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In seven states, new EPR legislation requires producers of high volume waste to take financial responsibility for recycling the packaging associated with their products. If your brewery sells packaged beverages using cans, bottles (glass or plastic), cartons, cardboard carriers, etc., these regulations and financial obligations may apply to you.Read More
The Brewers Association is dedicating a special one-time category at the 2026 Great American Beer Festival to beers brewed with craft malt, giving small, local malthouses and the brewers who work with them a chance to share the awards stage.Read More
The United States Department of Agriculture announced that inventory of hops held by growers, brewers, and dealers totaled 147 million pounds—down 13% from 2025.Read More
Breweries pay for both incoming water and wastewater treatment — and the latter often costs more. Brewers can negotiate deductions for water that never reaches the drain (evaporation, spent grain, finished beer), saving thousands annually.Read More
A 10% increase in extract efficiency could mean one less bag of malt per batch. Here's how to establish a baseline, track your savings, and start reducing ingredient costs today.Read More
Brewery owners who invest in effective training and safety programs can help to reduce workplace injuries, and reduce the costs associated with them.Read More
Ball is planning to add capacity with the opening of a new manufacturing facility, but will be “capacity constrained” until the new location comes online later in 2026. Read More
Since hop water is not defined as a malt beverage by the Federal Alcohol Administrative (FAA) Act, production and labeling requirements differ significantly from the requirements for malt beverages. This primer provides an overview of the federal regulations governing hop water production and labeling.Read More
The 2026 Craft Brewers Conference in Philadelphia features interactive sensory experiences covering thiols, craft malt, cider styles, and new USDA hop varieties to help brewers expand their technical skills and palates.Read More
The Small Brewery Production Experience at CBC 2026 focuses on innovative brewing techniques, operational efficiency, and strategies for making exceptional beer with limited resources.Read More
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