Tag "Európai Unió"
Agricultural policy plans that are easier to implement are key
Simpler, more flexible and easier-to-implement strategic plans for the future of the EU’s common agricultural policy are key for both member states and farmers, the Secretary of State for Agriculture...
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Subsidies encourage soil-friendly farming and professional research
The condition of our soils plays a decisive role in shaping environmental quality and has a significant impact on our health as well – said Anikó Juhász, the Deputy Secretary...
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EU regulation on artificial intelligence published in July
On 12 July the EU’s AI Act was published, which is the world’s first truly comprehensive, sector-neutral legislation on artificial intelligence technology. This article is available for reading in Trade...
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Two hundred billion forints are available for agricultural development
From September 17, businesses can apply for two new calls worth a total of HUF 200 billion: HUF 150 billion is available for supporting the complex development of processing plants,...
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The EU’s common agricultural policy must focus on farmers A
ccording to Hungary’s point of view, the European Union’s common agricultural policy (CAP) should focus on farmers, the minister of agriculture said on Tuesday in Budapest, at a press conference...
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Farmer-friendly agriculture is the goal of the Hungarian EU presidency
The Hungarian EU presidency is focusing on how EU agriculture can be farmer-friendly and farmer-centered, the Minister of Agriculture said on Tuesday in Budapest, before the informal meeting of the...
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A strong European agriculture is in the interest of all of us
Strong European agriculture is a strategic issue not only for farmers, but for all EU citizens, which the European Commission must help with by all means. This is what the...
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The work of beekeepers is greatly appreciated and given special support
The activity of beekeepers makes our environment livable and sustainable. Honey can be imported, but pollination cannot, but without it, there is no future and no food security either –...
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The situation of the EU cherry and fruit industry in the 2024/25 business year
Stone fruit producers are concerned about the burdens imposed on them by the European Union’s phytosanitary, environmental protection and packaging regulations, which greatly affect production costs. Stone fruit production is...
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The price of fodder corn rose by 16 percent
The European Union’s corn harvest will not be abundant in 2024, currently around 60 million tons are indicated, which would be 4 percent lower than the year before and 5...
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Always, under all circumstances, the interests of Hungarian farmers come first
The interests of Hungarian farmers come first, which is why our country continues to maintain the ban on the import of Ukrainian agricultural products – stated Minister of Agriculture István...
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At the EU level, the increase in performance of domestic livestock breeding is also outstanding
The performance of the Hungarian pig, poultry and dairy sectors increased significantly in the first half of 2024, even in comparison with the European Union, and the export rate of...
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Promotional Budget Cuts Could Impact EU Fruit And Vegetable Consumption: Freshfel Europe
The European Commission’s plan to redirect funds allotted for the agricultural promotion policy could harm the competitiveness of EU fruit and vegetables and slow down the progress achieved in promoting...
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The producer price of lamb increased by 20 percent
According to data from the European Commission, the European Union’s sheep and goat imports (live animals and meat) were 56.4 thousand tons in January-April 2024, which means a decrease of...
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The processing sales price of dairy products has stagnated or decreased
The producer price of raw milk, expressed in national currency, rose by 15 percent in the USA and 1 percent in the European Union in May 2024, while it decreased...
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The average price of white sugar on the world market decreased by 9 percent
The average price of white sugar on the world market in May 2024 was 512 euros/ton, almost 9 percent lower than in April. On the London Mercantile Exchange (LIFFE), the...
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The goal of the Hungarian EU presidency is to represent farmer-centered agricultural policy
The goal of the Hungarian EU presidency is to represent the farmer-friendly agricultural policy, which affects all citizens of the union, because it is important that safe and quality food...
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The interests of farmers must be placed at the center of the common agricultural policy
Farmers and farmers’ interests must once again be placed at the center of the European common agricultural policy (CAP), the Hungarian Minister of Agriculture declared on Monday in Brussels. (Photo:...
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A criminal group dealing in fake and illegal plant protection products and fertilizers has been busted in Romania and Italy
A criminal group was involved in the illegal trade of fake plant protection products and fertilizers banned in the European Union, which was dismantled by the Romanian and Italian authorities,...
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EU Presidency – AM: BIOEAST member countries draw attention to the importance of research and innovation related to the sustainable use of natural resources in a joint statement
The consecutive Hungarian EU presidency, in cooperation with the BIOEAST initiative, organized a high-level political forum in Brussels to promote research and innovation in Central and Eastern Europe, the Ministry...
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Edible poppies from producers will be available at an affordable price
This year, the signs are favorable for Hungarian poppy producers both in terms of quantity and quality. Based on the current state of the poppy plantations, an abundant harvest is...
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Farmers must be put at the center of EU agricultural policy
A competitive, crisis-proof, sustainable, farmer-friendly and knowledge-based future EU agricultural policy is needed, said István Nagy, Minister of Agriculture, who met with Cesare Onestini, Director General of Agriculture, Fisheries, Social...
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European agriculture must be farmer-oriented
Competitiveness, crisis management, sustainability and the knowledge-based economy will be on the agenda of the six-month Hungarian presidency of the Council of the European Union starting July 1, with the...
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AM State Secretary: a competitive, crisis-proof and farmer-friendly EU agricultural policy is needed
European farmers need a competitive, crisis-resistant and farmer-friendly EU agricultural policy, and Hungary will represent these aspects during its EU presidency, the Secretary of State for Agriculture and Rural Development...
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From EU self-sufficient poultry products, there is no need for imports of dubious origin
In recent years, the situation of the poultry sector has been complicated by many challenges, various epidemics, declining demand due to wartime inflation, and cheap but poor-quality products that do...
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A record wheat harvest is expected
In the May forecast of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the 2024/2025 wheat harvest was published for the first time global harvest expectations for the economic year, in...
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The EU has extended by one year the rules on the import of Ukrainian and Moldovan products into the EU without customs duties and quantitative restrictions
The Council of the European Union has extended for another year the validity of the temporary trade regulation, according to which Ukraine and Moldova can import their products, including agricultural...
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The EP approved the review of the EU’s common agricultural policy
The revision of the common agricultural policy (CAP) was approved at the plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, the aim of which is to reduce the administrative burden...
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We don’t eat enough vegetables and fruits
Based on the latest data provided by Freshfel Europe, Hungary is at the bottom of the middle range of the European Union’s fresh market fruit and vegetable consumption ranking. During the...
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European Parliament adopts AI legislation
The European Parliament has voted by an overwhelming majority in favour of EU legislation on artificial intelligence. This groundbreaking regulation is expected to enter into force early next year and...
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