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Using non-food grade PVC does not comply with FDA regulations, and we urge member breweries to examine their PVC piping.Read More
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Using non-food grade PVC does not comply with FDA regulations, and we urge member breweries to examine their PVC piping.Read More
Extended Producer Responsibility laws are here, and craft brewers will have to help pay to fix America's broken recycling system.Read More
Three considerations that are foundational to when considering the development of a brewery alcohol consumption policy.Read More
Don't call it a comeback. Rice lagers have been around for centuries. Craft brewers are finding ways to innovate with this adjunct—with great results.Read More
Adding flavors to beer is increasingly common. Navigating TTB's rules around them is increasingly important.Read More
A versatile portfolio builds core loyalty, creates excitement through seasonal and specialty releases, delivers fresh and flavorful beverages, and drives real revenue growth.Read More
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