Western SARE’s Call for Proposals for the Professional Development Program has been released. Deadline is November 7, 2018, noon MST. Professional Development Program (PDP) Grants are aimed at helping Cooperative Extension Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service and other agricultural professionals in the Western Region increase their understanding and proficiency in sustainable agriculture. These grants focus on training agricultural professionals to help them spread…
Heirloom Malt Brewing Award Nominees Announced
Ten nominated breweries have been chosen by the RMI Analytic Heirloom Malt Brewing Award 2018 jury, headed by Sylvia Kopp of the Brewers Association. Ms. Kopp and her team of 4 international judges selected the best beer recipes out of 28 candidates from 9 countries. The 10 nominees will compete for the RMI Analytics Heirloom Malt…
AMBA Summaries: June Barley Acreage & Stock Reports
The American Malting Barley Association (AMBA) has prepared summaries of the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) June acreage report and grain stocks. Highlights include a 2.7% increase in barley planted, which is attributed primarily to NASS reinstated reporting in seven states: Kansas, Maine, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. The reinstatement…
Clipper Air Screen Cleaning Equipment: Trends, Tips & Tricks
Clipper Air Screen Cleaning Equipment: Trends, Tips & Tricks Allied Trade Partner Post Using the correct screen sizes throughout your Clipper cleaner is only part of what can be done to improve its effectiveness. Make sure the screens are kept in good condition. Warped or damaged screens and frames may not allow the free movement of…
AMBA: A Focus on Malting Barley Markets
Barley remains an important feed grain, but recent years have seen a much higher portion of the crop going for malting. Coinciding with the rise of malting barley as the dominant use has been an increase in the processes and products made from malt. A diverse number of malt products can be made from a single variety of barley…
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