Date: June, 2007
Abstract: On a global scale, demand for beer is still increasing. The main growth for standard lager can be seen in emerging markets, while demand for premium beers is showing worldwide growth. In spite of this, the beer industry is facing some challenges. Prices of malting barley and malt have increased significantly due to smaller malting barley harvests, both in Australia and Europe. In 2006, Australia experienced a long period of drought while in Europe drought came to an end with a period of heavy ra...
Research Type: Ag Focus