This was re-published with permission from Colorado State University. Go visit them here, and then enroll in some classes.

Cincinnati OH, Nov. 19, 2019 — The explosion of craft brewing across the globe has created an insatiable demand for hops — the fragrant green flowers that impart beers with those distinctive, crisp, bitter flavors. Colorado State University plant scientist Bill Bauerle, who enjoys a hoppy brew as much as the next person, has dedicated several years to optimizing hops grown in CSU’s horticultural research center.