The NÉGYOSZ policy conference held on November 26 proved to be a milestone in domestic sustainable food efforts. The aim of the all-day event, organized at Európa Pont, was to bring together all those responsible for the future of the food system: decision-makers, researchers, industry players, civil society organizations, and agricultural experts. The focus was on the role of plant-based…
The Plant Food Summit 2025, held in Copenhagen, demonstrated once again this year that the plant-based food industry has long since outgrown trends: it has now become one of Europe’s most important areas of innovation and sustainability. Eight to nine participants from Hungary attended the two-day professional program to return home with knowledge, connections, and inspiration that can be utilized…
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…
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…
The affordability of sustainable and healthy food is a key social and economic issue. A recent study suggests reforming VAT rates to promote sustainable eating habits and reduce the health burden. The research suggests that maintaining the full VAT rate on meat and dairy products, while applying a 0% VAT rate to fruit and vegetables, could improve consumer choice and…
The National Association of Plant-Based Food Manufacturers and Distributors (NÉGYOSZ) has been operating for just over two years. During this time, we have participated in numerous projects and research initiatives, organized educational programs, and established contact with stakeholders in the food industry and the government to initiate professional dialogue. We summarized our first year of activity in this article, and…
The Plant-Based Foods and Health – Misconceptions, Exaggerations, Health Benefits and Risks of Plant-Based Foods workshop was held on 13 November 2024 at the Magnet Community Centre. The aim of our event series We want to raise awareness of plant-based foods and diets among institutional and policy actors, as well as professional organisations working in the field of nutrition and…
Our organization held a workshop with this title on October 17th at the Magnet Community House. The event emphasized that supporting plant-based foods is not just an environmental issue but a strategic step toward increasing the resilience and adaptability of the Hungarian food industry. In the face of climate challenges, developing sustainable and innovative solutions is essential for future generations….
More and more people are choosing to reduce or eliminate meat consumption, and even flexitarians prefer poultry or fish to red meat. While the amount spent on red meat has increased over the last few years, the amount purchased has been steadily decreasing since 2020. This is good news for those of us who believe that a switch to plant-based…
The NAK (National Chamber of Agriculture) is helping to develop the market for free products by setting up a working group. NÉGYOSZ also attended the inaugural meeting of the working group, representing the entire membership of the association. The aim of the NAK’s Working Group is to provide professional support to producers and to represent their interests before the decision-makers…