HOP NEWS & MORE

Hop news and more from Charles Faram. Includes industry awards, technical advice for brewing products, what’s new, and interesting stories. Keep up to date with Charles Faram.

Hop News

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The Science of Saving Your Pint Podcast

BEER QUALITY PODCAST The Science of Saving Your Pints Back to School with this beer quality podcast Podcast LISTEN TO THIS BEER QUALITY PODCAST It’s back to school this week

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lager yeast, lo/no yeast and quality knowledge sharing at the Fermentis Academy

Fermentis Academy November 2025

Book for Free Lager yeast, Lo/No yeast and Hop Waters A free to attend day of knowledge sharing about yeasts, and how to develop new products for an evolving market.

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Charles Faram Experimental Hops in This Year’s UK Homebrew Beer Awards

Experimental hops from the Charles Faram Hop Development Programme have been chosen for the UK Homebrew competition. Homebrewers have their chance to help decide the future of a new hop

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Bitter, Ordinary Recipe from Weyermann® Almanac

Weyermann® Almanac Beer Recipe Beer recipe: Helles, Barke Variation Beer recipe: Bitter, Ordinary We are lucky enough to have been granted permission to share this Ordinary Bitter beer recipe from

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Freezing Time, Boiling Wort and Making Your Beers Pop Podcast. [EU]

BREWING INSIGHTS PODCAST MAKING YOUR BEERS POP The Brewing Insights Podcast LISTEN TO THIS BREWING INSIGHTS PODCAST Podcast Overview – A detailed Summary Murphy & Son – The Alchemy of

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HopWalk® on Tour – The Hoppiest Event of the Year

The HopWalk ® on Tour 2025 united 250+ brewers for farm tours, beer tastings, and lots of hoppy innovations… find out what happened
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Weyermann® Crop Report 2025 [EU]

Weyermann® Crop Report 2025 Weyermann® Crop Report 2025 highlights another outstanding year for spring barley. Following a more than successful 2024 harvest, Weyermann® is proud to share excellent results for

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Dark Ale, Belgian Recipe from Weyermann® Almanac [EU]

Weyermann® Almanac Beer Recipe Beer recipe: Helles, Barke Variation Beer recipe: Dark Ale, Belgian We are lucky enough to have been granted permission to share this Belgian Dark Ale beer

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Inside Oakham Ales: Finding a Game Changer Podcast [EU]

We’re back with Spreading Hoppiness, and this week Faram Jon heads over to Oakham Ales and gets technical with head brewer Ed!
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Weyermann Almanac Free Beer Recipe

Helles, Barke® Variation Recipe From Weyermann® Almanac

Weyermann® Almanac Beer Recipe Beer recipe: Helles, Barke Variation Beer recipe: Helles, Barke® Variation We are lucky enough to have been granted permission to share this Helles Barke variation beer

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What can you find on our hop news page?

Stay informed with the latest hop news, industry updates, and brewing insights from Charles Faram. We bring you exclusive coverage on new hop varieties, market trends, technical brewing advice, and exciting developments in the hop-growing world. Whether you’re a brewer, grower, or industry professional, our news section keeps you updated on industry awards, innovations, sustainability efforts, and expert recommendations to help you stay ahead.

Find out what’s new in the world of hops, from advancements in breeding programmes to insights into global hop production. We also share stories from brewers, farm updates, and key events in the hop and brewing industry.

Make sure to check back regularly and stay connected with Charles Faram’s latest news, stories, and expert insights. You will find:

Industry Awards and Recognition

Celebrating achievements in hop cultivation or brewing.

New Product and  Variety Hop News

Introducing new hop varieties or brewing ingredients available from Charles Faram.

Updates on newly developed hop varieties or exclusive products.

Technical Advice and Brewing Tips

Expert recommendations for brewers on selecting and using different hop varieties.

Brewing techniques, tips, and best practices for optimal results.

Sustainability and Environmental Hop News Efforts

News on eco-friendly practices, sustainable farming, and Charles Faram’s environmental initiatives.

Updates on organic hop farming, water conservation, or other green projects.

Farm and Grower Stories

Insights into the farming process, showcasing hop growers’ stories and updates.

Focus on how hops are grown, harvested, and processed by Charles Faram Farms.

Events and Trade Shows

Announcements about upcoming or past events, conferences, and trade shows that Charles Faram attended or hosted.

Recaps of key moments and presentations.

Collaborations and Partnerships

News on new collaborations with brewers, hop farmers, or other industry players.

Partnership highlights, such as joint ventures or special projects.

Research and Development Updates

Announcements regarding ongoing research, experiments, and development of new hop breeds or brewing techniques.

Technical breakthroughs or trials.

Hop News from the Brewing Industry

Articles covering broader hop industry trends, news, and developments outside of Charles Faram.

Market updates, legislative changes, or new trends in hop production and usage.