The Craft Maltsters Guild will offer the four-day Advanced Class in Craft Malt Production March 13-16 at the Holiday Inn By the Bay in Portland, ME. Held during the days leading up to the 2023 Craft Malt Conference, the course is ideal for both beginner and experienced maltsters, as well as others working in the…
Craft Maltsters Guild Call for 2023 Board of Directors Nominations
The Craft Maltsters Guild seeks nominations for the association’s Board of Directors. In 2023, two Member Malthouse seats with a three-year term are open. Additionally, a third Member Malthouse seat to fill an existing term is also available due to a recent resignation. Any member of the Guild can nominate a candidate, including themselves. Individuals…
Craft Maltsters Guild Publishes Results of Industry Survey, Production on the Rise
Craft malt production in North America has increased by an impressive 60 percent since 2019, according to the results of a recent survey conducted by the Craft Maltsters Guild. In 2022, small independent malthouses estimate they will produce 24.7 million pounds of craft malt, up from 15.1 million pounds three years ago. 2023 production is…
Board of Directors Update (2022, Q3 Edition)
By Brent Manning, Board President The Guild Board of Directors hopes the summer is treating our members well. For those growing spring barley, the latest reports show the harvest is going much more smoothly than in 2021. According to our ally, the American Malting Barley Association as of July 31, 55 percent of the nation’s…
Five ways to involve your brand in Craft Malt Week 2022
The third annual Craft Malt Week will take place September 11-17, 2022. This week-long event highlights the deep and meaningful connection between local agriculture and craft beverage through special events and social media spotlights. Maltsters, farmers, brewers, distillers, and craft malt enthusiasts are invited to join in on this yearly celebration of local grains. Here…