New Research Project Turning Whole Hops Into Pellets — Here’s Why

Researchers are now growing the crop that gives beer its character in greenhouses. The inside move could net same yields as major growers in the PNW.

Latest hops field day hosted by University of Florida researchers showcases how far production and harvesting of the alternative crop have come.

Research on growing hops in Florida continues to draw interest of growers looking to mix up their crop portfolio.

‘Cascade’ hops grown in the Sunshine State offer local brewers something unique to serve up.

Find out why a splash of bitterness might be the sweet spot for local brewers and researchers crafting a niche for alternative crop.

Industry experts take a stab at what’s coming in hot from the field to the fork.

Learn how fruit growers share the similarities and differences between the two trellised crops.

In-the-field feedback indicates the alternative crop continues to brew up interest in the Sunshine State.

Richard M. Smith of Florida Hops LLC says the alternative crop gives local growers a niche with multiple harvests and brewers a unique tool for their craft.

Overflow of interest in cultivating the crop locally has produced a need to pore over details and flush out facts.

Research team works nights to expose potential in novel crop protection method.

Scientists in the Sunshine State and beyond seeking to brew up a variety with shorter photoperiod requirements.

Harvest numbers reach new heights for beer’s No. 1 bud.

Versatility of the alternative crop is allowing growers, brewers, and other retailers to crack open new opportunities.

The alternative crop is finding its niche among growers and consumers in the Sunshine State.

Light treatment studies expose potential for significant growth and yield increase of the alternative crop.

New finding shows root-knot nematodes could sap strength from beer crop.

Experiment shines light and turns up the heat on varieties exposed to extended photoperiod and cold storage conditions.

Knowledge about the chemical building blocks of beer key to increasing the quality of product provided to brewers and consumers.