New York State was once a leader in hop production. There is a movement afoot to bring more local hops to local brewers and farmers across the state are interested in reclaiming this crop for our region. Out on Long Island, John Condzella of Condzella Hops is leading the charge with a Kickstarter Campaign to import a German Hops Harvesting Machine for cooperative use among Long Island farmers.
As we raise our glasses this NYC Beer Week, let’s dare to imagine what will local offerings will fill our pint glasses NEXT NYC Beer Week and support Long Island Farmers! There are less than 2 weeks left to help John reach his goal.
If you would like to hear more, check out John’s appearance last week on Beer Sessions Radio (TM).