Events
Nagy István: Hungarian agricultural technologies can be used to develop African agriculture
Hungarian agricultural technologies can improve the agriculture of the African countries, which, besides economic and social impacts, can contribute to adaptation to climate change, the Minister of Agriculture said in...
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Martin’s Day programs are offered to visitors on the weekend in the Etyek
On Saturday, the Goose Feast will be held again, featuring goose dishes, new wine and, according to tradition, a goose run. The local wineries will offer visitors programs and goose...
Read moreVAT on feminine hygiene products can be reduced in Germany
VAT on women’s hygiene products can be reduced in in Germany – the Federal Parliament (Bundestag) approved a proposal on Thursday. Legislation on the reduction of VAT on menstruation-related products...
Read moreConsumer sentiment in the United States improved in November
In the United States, consumer sentiment improved slightly less than expected, reaching a four-month peak in November, according to the University of Michigan’s survey. The November University of Michigan consumer...
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Exclusive: Beyond Meat eyes production in Asia before the end of 2020
Beyond Meat Inc (BYND.O) aims to start production in Asia before the end of next year, as it gets closer to selling its popular plant-based meat products in China. While...
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Coca-Cola unveils new sparkling water brand with a jolt of caffeine
Coca-Cola on Thursday unveiled a new sparkling water line, its first new brand in more than a decade. The beverage giant will launch AHA on March 2 in the United...
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Ferrero Launches Nutella Biscuits In Italy
Ferrero has introduced Nutella Biscuits in Italy, months after its launch in France, reports suggest. The product combines the crunchiness of shortbread biscuits with the taste and texture of Nutella,...
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Magazine: Strong brands among meat-based spreads
Values sales are growing in the meat-based spread category, while volume sales are decreasing a little. Annual sales are around 9,230 tons and according to Pick Szeged Zrt.’s interim marketing...
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The European Commission has revised its forecast for the Hungarian economy this year
The European Commission has revised its forecast for the Hungarian gross domestic product (GDP) growth, according to which economic growth is expected to be 4.6 percent this year, the third...
Read moreNagy István: Investment in the agricultural economy has grown significantly in recent years
Last year, Hungarian farmers spent 355 billion forints on development, 11 percent more than in 2017 at unchanged prices – Nagy István, Minister of Agriculture said at a conference on...
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NAK: the European Fresh Adventures campaign reaches over one million people
The National Chamber of Agriculture (NAK) has called the attention of more than one million families to the importance of eating healthy foods and vegetables in the second year of...
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November 7 is World Merlot Day
World Merlot Blue Grape Day is November 7. It is now celebrated for the ninth year. With its fruity taste, which is also very popular in Hungary, many wine lovers...
Read moreThe strengthening of the digital economy could increase GDP by 4,000 billion HUF in 2023
The rapid introduction of new technologies in the digital economy (5G, IoT, MI, blockchain) would increase Hungarian GDP by 4,000 billion HUF by 2023, according to a survey by the...
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The Santa Claus Factory awaits the donors from 29 November
The Millenáris Park will also open its doors this year to the central location of the Santa Claus Factory, where from November 29 to December 21, durable food products, cleaning...
Read moreThe VIZEK system was introduced at a professional event
The legal background needed for the operation of the Agricultural Water Use Information and Control Framework (VIZEK) was presented at a professional event at the Ministry of the Interior (BM)...
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AM Minister of State: the ice mitigation system protects the country from damages worth tens of billions
Due to the operation of the soil generator ice mitigation system, the expenses paid by the Compensation Fund for ice damage were reduced by 1 billion HUF and it protected...
Read moreA cigarette smuggler’s criminal gang was found in Szabolcs
About 25 million HUF worth smuggled cigarettes, technical equipments and vehicles were seized in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg county by the National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) – the authority’s spokesman told MTI...
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Gelatissimo and Intergastra exhibition in Stuttgart
The latest trends and ideas on business with handmade gelato can be found in Italy – and at GELATISSIMO Stuttgart. Adminst the second most important European ice-cream market, it has...
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St. Martin’s Day traditions are popularized by the Hungarian Tourism Agency
The St. Martin’s Day tradition is being promoted by the Hungarian Tourism Agency (MTÜ) in its new campaign, which invites tourists for gastronomic adventure and domestic exploration of goose dishes...
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FAO: October rise for global food prices
Global food prices rose in October for the first time in five months, as international quotations for sugar and key cereals increased significantly, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization...
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Aldi Süd Introduces Animal Welfare Label On Its Cheese
German retailer Aldi Süd has introduced an animal welfare label on its private label cheese. Aldi’s label, Fair & Gut, has been in use since 2018, and has already been...
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Small- To Medium-Sized UK Retailers Fear Brexit The Most, Study Finds
More than a quarter of small- to medium-sized UK retailers believe that Brexit remains the biggest challenge to their future survival, despite British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s efforts to negotiate...
Read moreKSH: retail sales increased by 5.8 percent in September
In September, the retail sales calendar effect adjusted increaased by 5.8 percent year-on-year. According to the raw data, the growth was 6.3 percent – the Central Statistical Office (KSH) announced...
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This year we will spend nearly 50 thousand HUF on Christmas presents
With just one and a half months left until Christmas, the festive rush of commerce is approaching, which – traditionally – will be opened in Hungary on Black Friday. The...
Read moreITM’s new SME strategy is helping Hungarian businesses to restructure their economies
The recently completed SME Strategy for 2019-2030 will help the Hungarian micro, small and medium-sized enterprises in restructuring their economic – György László, Minister of State of the Ministry of...
Read moreMartin’s Day wine festival in the Gellért Hotel
Building on the literary parody of Frigyes Karinthy, “So You Write” the Gellért Hotel’s ninth Martin’s Day Wine Festival awaits the public from Thursday to Sunday with hundreds of wines,...
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Tokaji is also included in the EU agreement with China on the protection of geographical indications
The name Tokaji is also included in a bilateral agreement between the European Union and China on the protection of geographical indications containing one hundred European and one hundred Chinese...
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Retail sales in the euro area were more favorable than expected in September
Retail trade turnover in the euro area increased more than expected in September, on an annual basis, indicating that household consumption continues to support economic growth. The European Union Bureau...
Read moreHungary presents its innovative side at the second China International Import Expo
China’s audience will learn about the innovative side of Hungary at the second China International Import Expo (CIIE) – Hendrich Balázs, CEO of the Hungarian Export Development Agency (HEPA) told...
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