Ontario Hop Growers' Association The OHGA is a not-for-profit association of hop growers, families and enthusiasts who are interested in supporting the growth of the hop industry in Ontario.
Niagara College providing hop analytical testing services
The Horticultural and Environmental Sciences Innovation Centre (HESIC) at Niagara College is offering hop analytical testing services for the 2026 harvest year!
Turnaround time for analysis is approximately 3–5 business days from receipt of payment and samples.
Complete instructions on how to prepare, package and submit hop samples are available on the Niagara College website: https://niagaracollege.tfaforms.net/324
Who is BrewON?
OMAFRA’s Brewer’s Guide to Ontario-Grown Hop Varieties
In 2022, OMAFRA produced the Brewer’s Guide to Ontario-Grown Hop Varieties, intended as a resource to connect Ontario brewers with hop varieties currently grown and available from Ontario hop growers.
Information on individual hop varieties have been compiled to assist brewers in selecting the very best Ontario-grown hops for their brewing needs.
The Brewer’s Guide to Ontario-Grown Hop Varieties was written and produced by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) in collaboration with the Ontario Hop Growers’ Association and the Ontario Craft Brewers.
Download the guide, or find more information at the ONSpecialtycrops blog
2026 OHGA Board of Directors
The 2026 OHGA Board of Directors was elected at the AGM
- President – Graydon Lau
- Vice President – Scott Hayhoe
- Treasurer – John Reeves
- Members-at-large
- Matt Giffen
- Ralph Robinson
- Jeff Stevens
- Phil Winters