Whenever the topic of Hungarian grey cattle arises, Hortobágy and its renowned plains frequently spring to mind. However, this distinctive breed is not limited to these plains – a herd of 120 individuals lives in the Southern Heves Region. The enhancement of conditions and prospects for their maintenance, facilitated by European Union support, is of paramount importance for the preservation of the breed and the preservation of biodiversity. The Southern Heves Region occupies a special...
The Territorial and Settlement Development Operational Programme Plus (TSDOP Plus) supports the objectives of the Caring County thematic area with more than HUF 517 billion. The regional development program for the 2021-27 development period focuses on six key areas. One of the primary focuses of Caring County is supporting children, pregnant women, women, youth, people with disabilities, the elderly, and other disadvantaged, vulnerable groups and strengthening community services. The objective of local health, nursery, public...
The aim of the EU project implemented by the Contact Foundation was to help unemployed and inactive people return to the world of work and remain in stable employment. For this purpose, they created individual development plans, provided labor market counseling, and offered various support services. The development was part of a support program that supplemented the labor market activities of the National Employment Service by involving non-governmental organizations, enabling the outreach and employment of...
The comprehensive development of companies is crucial for long-term growth and success. In order to succeed in the rapidly changing market, both innovative operations and adaptation to new challenges are necessary. The development implemented by Florin Chemical and Trading Ltd. with EU support has enabled the company to modernize its production technology, thereby strengthening its domestic market position and international presence. The Florin Chemical and Trading Ltd. was established in Szeged in 1957 and has...
Hungary’s goal, in line with the expectations of the EU Climate and Energy Policy Framework, is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels. The use of European Union funds significantly supports the achievement of this goal through the Territorial and Settlement Development Operational Programme Plus, which, together with domestic and EU sources, provides a total budget of 207.5 billion forints. During the previous development period of 2014-2020,...
With the support of the European Union, a comprehensive assistance program helped to boost employment and the economy in Nyíregyháza. The development focused not only on supporting employees and local businesses but also on encouraging investments. The Nyíregyháza Employment Pact was a large-scale EU project jointly implemented by the Municipality of Nyíregyháza and the Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg County Government Office. Its focus was on job creation and the development of the local economy. Through employment programs, many...
The Presence Award, established to recognize the helpers working to uplift the people living in the poorest settlements in the country, was presented on February 3, 2025, at the Uránia National Film Theatre. The project targeting the 300 poorest settlements in Hungary operates with HUF 70.4 billion of European Union funding, with state pre-financing. The methodology of the work, the Presence program, has supported the integration goals since 2016. In the 2021-2027 EU development period,...
The establishment of a visitor center in Bugac, showcasing the area’s natural, cultural, and historical heritage, has been made possible by the financial support of the European Union. Visitors to this center can enjoy a comprehensive experience thanks to the extremely diverse program offerings, and appropriate education and knowledge acquisition related to the Kiskunság region are available for all age groups. The central element of the project, the “Gateway to the Puszta” Information Center, is...
The most vulnerable segments of society, those living in poverty and disadvantaged individuals, often face the feeling of exclusion. Poverty not only entails material difficulties but can also have profound social and psychological consequences that further isolate those affected. Some districts are considered particularly at risk in this regard. In these areas, essential public services and provisions are available only to a limited extent for children and adults living in extreme poverty, resulting in a...
The secret of successful businesses lies not only in stable foundations but also in their ability to adapt continuously to the rapidly changing market environment. EU funding can play a key role in this area, as the right support helps domestic companies increase their competitiveness while ensuring sustainable economic growth. Szabó Gear Manufacturing Ltd.,based in Kaposvár, has implemented comprehensive developments in its EU-funded project under the Economic Development and Innovation Operational Program, which not only...
