September 25, 2017

Registration open for Nebraska grower, brewer conference


University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension presents the 2nd Annual Nebraska Grower and Brewer Conference and Trade Show Jan. 18 and 19 at the Embassy Suites Downtown in Omaha.

The conference will feature a variety of sessions for hop growers and craft brewer throughout the two-day event. Register for the conference.

NGBC
Nebraska Grower and Brewer Conference and Trade Show is Jan. 18-19 in Omaha.

Several prominent speakers from around the country will be on hand to discuss:

  • market outlook
  • horticultural practices of growing hops
  • pest and disease control
  • harvest and post-harvest practices
  • nutrient management
  • legal and regulatory topics
  • water sciences
  • marketing and branding
  • crop and brewery insurance

A networking reception featuring a Nebraska-hopped beer, brewed specifically for this conference, will be held Jan. 18 and is open to all conference attendees.

This event is sponsored by Nebraska’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Nebraska Hop Growers Association, Nebraska Craft Brewers Guild, and Midwest Hop Producers, LLC.

Attendees have the option to reserve rooms at the host hotel at a discounted rate of $124, with self-parking included. Click here to reserve at the exclusive rate.