World: Russia-Ukraine crisis could lead to steep barley price hikes

Beer companies are poised for steep price hikes of barley due to the Russia-Ukraine crisis causing disruptions to sales and distribution, The Drinks Business reported on February 23. Analysts have warned ...
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USA, MA: Lamplighter CX brewry opens its doors in Cambridge, Massachusetts

The rapidly evolving Cambridge Crossing (CX) neighborhood is celebrating the opening of Lamplighter CX, a brewery and taproom, the newest addition to its vibrant ecosystem of restaurants, retail, and public ...
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USA, NC: Gilde Brewery to launch in Charlotte on February 26

The long wait is over. Gilde Brewery will be opening in Charlotte’s Lower South End on Saturday, Feb. 26 at 3 p.m., the Charlotte Observer reported. The brewery’s first U.S. location ...
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South Korea: Soju prices to rise, beer may follow suit

HiteJinro announced it will raise soju prices by 7.9 percent, and other alcohol makers are expected to follow as the price of ethanol goes up, The Korea JoongAng Daily reported ...
Published 21/02/2022 More

Japan & Myanmar: Kirin says Myanmar brewery partner filed new liquidation petition

Japanese beverage company Kirin Holdings said on Monday, February 21 that its military-linked partner in a Myanmar brewery has filed a new petition to liquidate the joint venture. Kirin has been ...
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UK: Diageo to carry out £1.7 bln share buyback

Diageo PLC said it is to carry out a share buyback worth £1.7 bln as the third part of a previously announced capital returns programme, ProActiveInvestors.co.uk reported on February 21. The ...
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Ireland: Imports of malt, barley, wheat and maize decrease in 2021

Republic of Ireland’s imports of malt, barley, wheat and maize decreased in 2021. Barley imports dropped by almost 18%, while wheat imports declined by nearly 15%. Maize imports only declined ...
Published 21/02/2022 More

South Korea: HiteJinro’s earnings momentum expected to pick up with gradual return to normal daily life

HiteJinro’s earnings momentum should pick up on business environment improvement in line with a gradual return to normal daily life. The company is also expected to hike its beer and ...
Published 21/02/2022 More

USA, PA: Manayunk Brewing Company to shut down brewing operations

Based on a report from Philly Voice, Manayunk Brewing Company will officially be calling it quits on the brewing side of their business. According to the report, the decision to ...
Published 21/02/2022 More

Argentina: Good crop provides for ample barley quality to meet malting and FAQ requirements

With a good barley crop harvested and safely in storage with an estimated production of 5.2 mln tonnes, there is ample barley quality to meet malting and FAQ requirements, RMI ...
Published 19/02/2022 More