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K&H: extreme weather conditions are becoming more frequent
Weather is no longer a distant, theoretical risk, but a daily reality in Hungarian agriculture. In 2022, a drought and heat wave of such magnitude were experienced for the first...
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Labubu fever: Pop Mart is racing with a nearly 400% profit increase – already ahead of Mattel and Sanrio
The craze built around the “ugly-cute” Labubu figures, blind box sales and international expansion have combined to rocket China’s Pop Mart: in the first half of the year, net profit...
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The premium snacking trend is also gaining momentum in Hungary
In recent years, domestic consumer habits have undergone a spectacular transformation: more and more people are looking for special, quality foods, and are willing to pay more for unique flavors...
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Lake Balaton will not close after August 20th
If all goes well, the number of annual guest nights in this region will exceed nine million this year as well. The end of the season is often associated with...
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8.5 million baked goods sold in one year: local bakeries, artisanal flavors, conscious choices at Kifli.hu
In the past 12 months, customers have ordered more than 8.5 million pieces of bread and pastries on Kifli.hu, which has increased the category turnover by 25 percent compared to...
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Live cattle trade fell, but beef exports increased by almost one and a half times
According to AKI slaughter statistics, in the period January-June 2025, cattle slaughter in live weight increased by almost 33 percent compared to the amount in January-June 2024. Cow slaughter, which...
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We can now taste Hungary’s cake and sugar-free cake
Starting today, as part of the St. Stephen’s Day program series, Hungary’s cake and sugar-free cake will debut on the Street of Hungarian Flavors: for the first time, you can...
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Why is the fascination with clicks misguided? – A new approach to marketing measurement of Hungarian SMEs
Most SME managers monitor their conversion reports and are happy to see that Google ads are delivering results. But what happens when the numbers are misleading? What if we cut...
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McDonald’s fights back: price cuts in the US to restore ‘affordable’ image
In some locations across the United States, the price of a Big Mac meal climbed as high as $18 (≈HUF 6,400), prompting McDonald’s to launch a nationwide round of price...
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MNB: central bank launches new tool to help compare banking fees
Based on an agreement between the Hungarian National Bank and the Hungarian Banking Association, the MNB will now publish the annual fees of all account packages available to the public...
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The harvest in Szekszárd started early: Irsai is already in the cellar, the rosé base is coming
The harvest in the Szekszárd wine region started earlier this year, at the beginning of August: due to the persistent heat, producers are forced to pick early varieties ahead of...
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Shell remains the world’s most valuable oil and gas brand, according to Brand Finance
Shell has retained its top spot on the list of the world’s most valuable oil and gas brands, despite its value falling 10 percent to $45.4 billion in a year,...
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Industrial producer prices in Germany fell in July
In Germany, industrial producer prices fell more sharply than analysts had expected in July compared to the previous year, according to a report by the German Federal Statistical Office, Destatis,...
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Metsä Board awarded EcoVadis Platinum rating again – among the top 1% of the world’s most sustainable companies in its category
Metsä Board, the leading European producer of premium fresh fibre paperboards and part of Metsä Group, has once again achieved the highest Platinum level in the 2025 EcoVadis sustainability assessment....
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The 13th Tisza PET Cup has ended
The XIII. Tisza PET Cup, which is the oldest in the series of river cleaning competitions, has concluded, as it was the start of the environmental movement in 2013. Between...
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Help arrives for producers who suffered severe spring frost damage
The government is committed to supporting the horticultural sector even in the midst of challenges, therefore, following consultation with sector players, the Ministry of Agriculture has created the possibility of...
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When the HÉV was too crowded: the influencer living off her pension took a taxi home
In one week, a foreign fashion event, festival work and unexpected everyday expenses put the participants of K&H’s eternally active campaign to a serious test. The latest series of events...
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Grapevine golden yellow disease also appeared in Békés County
The National Food Chain Safety Authority (Nébih) first confirmed the presence of the pathogen causing grape golden yellow disease in Békés County in laboratory samples taken in Újkígyós and then...
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Nébih tips for baking and storing homemade bread – Food safety and waste prevention on the holiday of new bread
August 20th is the New Bread Festival, which is an excellent opportunity to try baking bread at home – not only for the sake of preserving traditions, but also for...
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Mondelēz and Tesco trial Cadbury packaging with 60% less plastic
Mondelēz, the parent company of Cadbury and other snack brands, is partnering with Tesco to trial new packaging on Cadbury Crunchie multipacks, which lowers the outer plastic used. As part...
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Kneipp recalls “Lebensfreude” aromatic shower gel sold in Müller stores
In order to protect consumers, Kneipp is recalling the Aroma-Pflegedusche Lebensfreude (200 ml, EAN 4008233114781). The recall only affects items 2506917, 2506918 and 2506919, which are distributed in Hungary by...
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NAK village economists prepare farm transfer applications for free
The National Chamber of Agriculture is helping its members with a new service. Similar to small-scale and young farmer applications, NAK village economist advisors prepare and submit applications for support...
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Rewe Group strengthens convenience competence
Rewe Group is reaffirming its role as Germany’s leading innovator in the convenience retail segment. The retail giant has launched its first highway-based Rewe To Go and expanded its autonomous...
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German Gingerbread Makers Begin Christmas Production in Summer
In Germany, the festive spirit arrives early: gingerbread producers have already kicked off their Christmas baking more than three months before Advent. At Lebkuchen Schmidt in Nuremberg, production lines run...
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Mixed Results For Carrefour In Italy And Brazil
Carrefour Italia reported sales of €1.77 billion in the first half of its 2025 financial year – a 3.7% decrease from the same period in 2024. The company experienced a...
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Rural tourism not only brings economic benefits, but also strengthens the identity of local people
The 2025 rural tourism development application program for local governments aims to enable settlements to initiate real change through practical training based on local cooperation – writes the Hello Press!...
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Rising prices and growing egg trade in the EU
According to data from the European Commission, the EU (EU27) was a net exporter of eggs and egg products in the first four months of 2025. Although imports increased by...
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How to do wonders in the kitchen with just two or three moves – Video of the day
Easy to make, amazing to watch, and a pride to serve!...
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Food Caricatures – Picture of the Day
Here are a bunch of jokes from visual artist Brock Davis!...
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