321 result(s) for farmers
Angry Hungarian Farmers Take Land In Kajászó
- 12 Nov 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Farmers in Kajászó, Fejér county “reclaimed” 70 hectares of land on Sunday in protest against the award of numerous state land lease contracts to one person. They ploughed 70 hectares of land leased to Árpád Kiss, a farmer from Kápolnyásnyék, who won 284 hectares at the state land lease tenders in the village, exceeding the limit set by the law on the total value of land lease rights that can be ...
Hungarian Gov't Bans Sale Of Farmland To Foreigners
- 18 Oct 2012 11:45 AM
- current affairs
The new land bill will outlaw the sale of farmland to foreigners, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán told the youth section of farmers group Magosz in Cegléd last Saturday. The bill, submitted to Parliament on July 12, will “protect farm land from speculators and bankers” and limit large estates. It will also regain “land stolen through pocket contracts,” he said.
Vegetarian Budapest: A Guide To Avoid Getting Deep Fried Cheese
- 5 Oct 2012 6:00 AM
- food & drink
By We Love Budapest : There are multiple reasons why someone could opt for a meat-free diet. Religious matters, health issues or personal beliefs – these are just a few of the classic reasons why someone decides to become a vegetarian. Curiosity can also be the driving force behind a vegetarian choice. We wanted to know what kind of ...
Hungarian Proposal To Ease Damage Caused By Drought
- 12 Sep 2012 9:02 AM
- current affairs
Drought is affecting Central and Southern Europe on an unprecedented scale, causing widespread damage to crops. Hungary is therefore planning to raise the issue of assistance at the European Council meeting on 24 September.
Invitation: Wine Festival, Skanzen, Szentendre, Hungary, 8 - 9 September
- 6 Sep 2012 12:55 PM
- food & drink
The Wine Festival in Skanzen takes place between 8 - 9 September from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Visitors can taste wines from special family wineries. You can also find a 'Slow Food yard' and Gipsy cuisine. Children can try folk games in the 'Games Yard'.
Hungarian-Irish Agreement On Future Of Common Agricultural Policy
- 26 Jul 2012 9:01 AM
- current affairs
"We have held extremely successful talks with the Irish Minister on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy; the two countries are in agreement on most issues", said Minister for Rural Development Sándor Fazekas following his meeting in Budapest with Irish Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Simon Coveney.
Hungary Destroys 1,500 Hectare GMO Corn Crop
- 13 Jul 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
In June 1,500 hectares of GMO corn crop were destroyed by orders of authorities, Népszabadság has learnt. The Montoni type corn imported from Romania by German company Saaten Union was GMO infected. The Rural development Ministry informed all farmers concerned to destroy the crops within three days, by July 1.
Xpat Opinion: Pizza - The Only Time Topless Isn't Fun
- 5 Jul 2012 9:00 AM
- food & drink
By Treehugger Dan: I wish I could recommend some great pizza in Budapest, but I have yet to encounter one. Il Treno used to have a good garlicy sauce on theirs, as did Via Luna, but it has been many years since I have been to either of these restaurants. New York Pizza's pizza is also good (everything else on their menu I have tried is great, especially their lunch menu). Any suggestions?
A New Front-Line Between The EU And Hungary: Home Distilled Pálinka
- 29 Jun 2012 9:00 AM
- food & drink
A left-wing commentator welcomes the European Commission’s decision to require Hungary to tax farmers who distil brandy. A right-wing columnist find the demand ridiculous and accuses the EU of applying double standards, once again, towards Hungary.
Angry Hungarian Farmers Take Land In Kajászó
- 12 Nov 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Farmers in Kajászó, Fejér county “reclaimed” 70 hectares of land on Sunday in protest against the award of numerous state land lease contracts to one person. They ploughed 70 hectares of land leased to Árpád Kiss, a farmer from Kápolnyásnyék, who won 284 hectares at the state land lease tenders in the village, exceeding the limit set by the law on the total value of land lease rights that can be ...
Hungarian Gov't Bans Sale Of Farmland To Foreigners
- 18 Oct 2012 11:45 AM
- current affairs
The new land bill will outlaw the sale of farmland to foreigners, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán told the youth section of farmers group Magosz in Cegléd last Saturday. The bill, submitted to Parliament on July 12, will “protect farm land from speculators and bankers” and limit large estates. It will also regain “land stolen through pocket contracts,” he said.
Vegetarian Budapest: A Guide To Avoid Getting Deep Fried Cheese
- 5 Oct 2012 6:00 AM
- food & drink
By We Love Budapest : There are multiple reasons why someone could opt for a meat-free diet. Religious matters, health issues or personal beliefs – these are just a few of the classic reasons why someone decides to become a vegetarian. Curiosity can also be the driving force behind a vegetarian choice. We wanted to know what kind of ...
Hungarian Proposal To Ease Damage Caused By Drought
- 12 Sep 2012 9:02 AM
- current affairs
Drought is affecting Central and Southern Europe on an unprecedented scale, causing widespread damage to crops. Hungary is therefore planning to raise the issue of assistance at the European Council meeting on 24 September.
Invitation: Wine Festival, Skanzen, Szentendre, Hungary, 8 - 9 September
- 6 Sep 2012 12:55 PM
- food & drink
The Wine Festival in Skanzen takes place between 8 - 9 September from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Visitors can taste wines from special family wineries. You can also find a 'Slow Food yard' and Gipsy cuisine. Children can try folk games in the 'Games Yard'.
Hungarian-Irish Agreement On Future Of Common Agricultural Policy
- 26 Jul 2012 9:01 AM
- current affairs
"We have held extremely successful talks with the Irish Minister on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy; the two countries are in agreement on most issues", said Minister for Rural Development Sándor Fazekas following his meeting in Budapest with Irish Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Simon Coveney.
Hungary Destroys 1,500 Hectare GMO Corn Crop
- 13 Jul 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
In June 1,500 hectares of GMO corn crop were destroyed by orders of authorities, Népszabadság has learnt. The Montoni type corn imported from Romania by German company Saaten Union was GMO infected. The Rural development Ministry informed all farmers concerned to destroy the crops within three days, by July 1.
Xpat Opinion: Pizza - The Only Time Topless Isn't Fun
- 5 Jul 2012 9:00 AM
- food & drink
By Treehugger Dan: I wish I could recommend some great pizza in Budapest, but I have yet to encounter one. Il Treno used to have a good garlicy sauce on theirs, as did Via Luna, but it has been many years since I have been to either of these restaurants. New York Pizza's pizza is also good (everything else on their menu I have tried is great, especially their lunch menu). Any suggestions?
A New Front-Line Between The EU And Hungary: Home Distilled Pálinka
- 29 Jun 2012 9:00 AM
- food & drink
A left-wing commentator welcomes the European Commission’s decision to require Hungary to tax farmers who distil brandy. A right-wing columnist find the demand ridiculous and accuses the EU of applying double standards, once again, towards Hungary.