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Danish example in Hungary: sustainable food requires a common strategy – Report on the NÉGYOSZ policy conference entitled “The place of the plant category in the food economy”
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…
Plant Food Summit 2025: our perspective
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 time has come for the meat industry to take a plant-based approach
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….
How retailers can shape the future of plant-based food
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…
What does the new EU legislation mean for plant-based proteins?
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…
Can a reform of food VAT rates be achieved?
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…
What happened during the second year of NÉGYOSZ’s existence?
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…
Report on the Plant-based Food and Health Workshop
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…
From Drought to Flood – How Plant-Based Foods Aid the Adaptation of the Hungarian Food Industry
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….