beer

If you’ve ever thought about turning your passion for beer into a career, WSU’s Brewing Certificate might just be your ticket to success.

Did you know October is National Apple Month? And, did you know Oregon is home to the second largest cidery in America?

According to the CDC’s annual Youth Risk Behavior Survey, fewer American teens are drinking alcohol.

Oregon has reclaimed the #2 spot in the nation when it comes to hop production. According to USDA, Oregon hop growers strung 5,421 acres in 2025, moving past Idaho which strung 5,109 acres.

WSU recently launched its new Brewing Certificate Program, a non-credit professional certificate providing a comprehensive education in brewing.

On Thursday, Central Washington representative Dan Newhouse introduced legislation he said will increase market access for local breweries and wineries.  Newhouse, along with Virginia’s Suhas Subramanyam introduced the bipartisan USPS Shipping Equity Act, which if approved would allow the United States Postal Service to ship alcoholic beverages to consumers.   "The w...

The hop industry is reeling from the announcement that two of its researchers were fired, thanks to the Administration's ongoing effort to trim federal spending.  Maggie Elliot, Science and Communication Director at the Washington Hop Commission and Hop Growers of America, said Hop Horticulturist Dr. Paco Gon...

Oregon’s Brewers Guild says 2024 was one of the worst years ever for the craft beer industry.  Guild President and Brewmaster Sam Pecoraro said the economic impact is felt throughout the state.   “The brewing industry in Oregon supports 50,000 jobs, and a lot of those jobs are agriculture related. We’re the second or third...

Celebrate the grand opening of the new taproom in Meridian on Saturday, August 10th.

That's two businesses in one week announcing they will be closing.