Estimated Costs of Producing Hops in Nebraska

Authors

David P. Lambe, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Stacy A. Adams, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow

Document Type

Article

Date of this Version

2016

Citation

Lambe, D.P. & Adams, S.A. (2016). Estimated Costs of Producing Hops in Nebraska. Nebraska Extension. EC3010.

Comments

© The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska.

Abstract

Hop production opportunities exist in Nebraska given heightened interest by craft brewers for unique and locally produced hop. Farmers are additionally exploring opportunities to diversify for improved on-farm income. Strategic planning, market considerations, and having a clear plan of implementation are critical, as well as, predicting infrastructural and production costs one would expect towards planning for profitability in this specialty crop. This publication provides information on how to determine productivity, infrastructural investment, and operational costs associated with the initial development of the hop production operation.