Research
The Hop Research Council’s primary objective is to fund hop research. In 2025, the Council is funding 11 research projects that meet the research goals of our diverse membership. For a complete list of the projects funded in 2025, please see the attachment below.
Research funding proposals for the 2026 funding year are now open with the following deadlines:
- New projects beginning in 2026: June 20, 2025 at 5:00PM PT
- Continuing projects: October 20, 2025 at 5:00PM PT
- Continuing co-funded projects w/WHC: September 1, 2025 at 5:00PM PT
The Request for Proposal (RFP) is attached below. The HRC Research Priority List (adopted January 2025) is posted.
Powdery Mildew in Oregon Hops
Hops growers in Oregon have been battling powdery mildew disease for nearly 20 years, and new research shows a coordinated, areawide approach to the disease might just eliminate it.
Additional Information
- Research Reports & Presentations (Members Only)
- Breeding & Hop Genetics
- Chemistry & Brewing
- Pathology, Entomology and Virology
- Hop Quality
- Agronomy/Soil Science
- Grower Resources