HUNGARY National HUB

Value proposition

The HUB provides various benefits for Hungarian bioeconomy stakeholders.
Governmental bodies. Access to industry insights to craft more effective policies. Market Actors. A platform to showcase innovations and align with sustainable practices. Research organisations. Collaboration, funding, and real-world application of research outcomes. Civil Society. A voice in the dialogue on shaping the sustainable future of the bioeconomy.

Description

The Hungarian BIOEAST HUB provides a direct channel to engage in policymaking and influence the development of national bioeconomy action plans and strategies. This collaborative approach helps bridge gaps between policies and market realities, facilitating more effective and relevant policy outcomes. By connecting diverse stakeholders, the HUB creates a vibrant community that fosters partnerships and collaborative ventures. This network offers valuable opportunities to find business partners, secure funding, and gain market insights while building resilience in the face of global challenges.
Joining the HUB offers access to cutting-edge research, technological advancements, and innovative business practices in the bioeconomy, allowing members to explore new opportunities, co-create innovative solutions, and enhance their competitiveness in domestic and international markets. We are committed to strengthening the skills of our members through workshops, training sessions, and knowledge-sharing events. The focus on capacity building empowers participants to adopt best practices, embrace innovations, and navigate the challenges of transitioning to a sustainable bioeconomy. Our seven working groups dedicated to specific bioeconomy sectors mirrors the seven international Thematic Working Groups. Currently, four of these operate: the Agroecology, Food Systems, Bio-based materials, and Education Mirror Groups.

National contact point

ANETT SZABÓ

Ministry of Agriculture

Department for Agricultural Research and Agri-Environmental Management

ÁKOS KRISTÓF

Ministry of Agriculture

Department for Agricultural Research and Agri-Environmental Management

ANIKÓ JUHÁSZ

Deputy State Secretary

Department for Agricultural Research and Agri-Environmental Management

Relevant contact

BALÁZS IMRE

HUB coordinator

Budapest University of Technology and Economics

imre.balazs@edu.bme.hu

VALÉRIA CSONKA

Coordinator of the Agroecology Mirror Group

ÖMKi – Research Institute of Organic Agriculture

valeria.csonka@biokutatas.hu

ANDREA RÓZSA

Coordinator of the Food Systems Mirror Group

Institute of Agricultural Economics

rozsa.andrea@aki.gov.hu

CSABA BÁLINT

Coordinator of the Food Systems Mirror Group

Institute of Agricultural Economics

balint.csaba@aki.gov.hu

ANIKÓ FEHÉR

Coordinator of the Biomaterials Mirror Group

Budapest University of Technology and Economics

feher.aniko@vbk.bme.hu

CSABA FEHÉR

Coordinator of the Biomaterials Mirror Group

Budapest University of Technology and Economics

feher.csaba@vbk.bme.hu

VIKTÓRIA FEIGL

Coordinator of the Education Mirror Group

Budapest University of Technology and Economics

feigl.viktoria@vbk.bme.hu

MÓNIKA MOLNÁR

Coordinator of the Education Mirror Group

Budapest University of Technology and Economics

molnar.monika@vbk.bme.hu

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The Hungarian BIOEAST HUB is a dynamic national platform designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth within Hungary’s bioeconomy. By uniting diverse stakeholders from governmental bodies, market actors, research institutions, and civil society, the HUB serves as a central nexus for knowledge exchange, capacity building, and policy development.
The HUB is more than a network—it’s a catalyst for sustainable development, a forum for dialogue, and a springboard for innovation. Join us in advancing Hungary’s bioeconomy, where your participation can help shape a resilient, prosperous, and sustainable future.