The three-day “Vegan Weekend” in August, organized in collaboration between NÉGYOSZ and Gergely Litkai, took place at the picturesque Mátra Hiking Center. The event created a unique opportunity to deepen knowledge of sustainability, plant-based nutrition, and personal connections. Culinary Experiences Participants enjoyed an extraordinary variety of high-quality plant-based dishes throughout the weekend. Dietitian and chef Szilvia Magyarvári ensured that guests…
The Netherlands’ largest food retailer, Albert Heijn, has become the first in the world to publicly disclose its methane emissions. This step marks an important milestone in food retail, but the real breakthrough could come from increasing the share of plant-based products, Vegconomist reports. In its 2024 sustainability report, Albert Heijn revealed for the first time that methane accounts for…
Denmark took over the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union on 1 July 2025. Launched under the motto “A strong Europe in a changing world”, the main theme of the semester is “Building a secure, competitive and green Europe”. We are particularly pleased that plant-based foods will also be highlighted in this programme. Green transition in agriculture…
Report from the EU Action Plan for Plant-based Foods conference in Brussels On 11 June, Brussels hosted the EU Action Plan for Plant-based Foods, which sent a clear signal that the advance of plant-based foods is now an inescapable issue in the shaping of European food policy. The event was sold out and the high level of interest showed the…
The plant-based food market is no longer just for innovators and start-ups. As consumer demands change and the push for sustainability grows, the biggest meat and dairy companies are entering the market – sometimes quietly, sometimes spectacularly. ProVeg International’s latest analysis highlights 5 companies that have successfully entered the plant protein market, all of which have traditionally produced animal-based products….
The future of plant-based food does not just depend on innovative brands or open-minded consumers – it also depends on retailers, says ProVeg International. With 70% of food sales coming through supermarkets, they have a key role to play in shaping the food environment. But are they doing enough to make plant-based diets the new norm? In the latest episode…
In recent years, more and more grocery chains around the world have been expanding their plant-based product ranges and encouraging consumers to try them through various campaigns. January is a particularly important time for this, as it is the Veganuary challenge, which many retail chains are joining – internationally. Many consumers are trying new plant-based foods as a result of…
The European Commission has recently unveiled its new agri-food vision, which sets out the future direction for the development of the food and farming sector. While the document in its current form does not reflect support for the development of sustainable food systems and an increased role for plant-based proteins, there is no reason to panic just yet. The real…
A joint 13-country survey by FMCG Gurus and V-Label, perhaps the world’s best-known independent vegan and vegetarian product certification organisation, has revealed the changing attitudes of European consumers towards alternative proteins and sustainability. According to the survey, 52.2% of Europeans have changed their diet in the last two years and 29.2% have reduced their red meat consumption. In addition, 41.8%…
On 11 February, we participated in a workshop on the current issues of the domestic pulse value chain, organised by the ESSRG and Agri Kulti in the framework of the LegumES project. The event took place at the CEU Nádor Street building, where experts, farmers, researchers, caterers and government officials gathered to reflect on the future of sustainable agriculture and…