Northwest District

The Fall 2024 Malt and Hop Report provides a comprehensive overview of barley and hop production trends in the U.S. and Canada, highlighting a significant reduction in contracted barley acres leading to the smallest barley crop in decades. Key issues include quality concerns in North Dakota and Montana, the impact of the Heineken Malt Plant in Mexico, and challenges faced by Canadian barley production due to adverse weather conditions. The report indicates a downward trend in barley production and quality across both countries.