The heat waves that gripped the Pacific Northwest last summer made headlines for historic temperatures in a region known for its moderate climate. Over the course of two heat waves – including a...

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released its 2021 National Hop Report, which provides unbiased data around planting and production from last year’s harvest in Idaho,...

Growing breweries often view sourcing hops in black and white terms: Hop contracts are for larger breweries and the spot market is for smaller players. It’s understandable. On the one hand, for many...

Every brewery, regardless of size, should know the ins and outs of hop contracting. Whether you’re an established brand or fledgling startup, hop contracts benefit nearly every brewery, and knowing...