Cultivation trials of hop (<i>Humulus lupulus</i> L.) in a Mediterranean environment

Marceddu, Roberto; Carrubba, Alessandra; Sarno, Mauro

doi:10.17660/actahortic.2023.1366.17

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“…This movement has triggered intensive research focusing on the adaptability of hops species to different cultivation environments in the peninsula [5][6][7][8][9][10][11]. Indeed, several studies conducted in Mediterranean climate environments have highlighted the excellent adaptability of various American varieties, both in terms of production [12][13][14] and quality (i.e., content in alpha acids and aromatic oils) [15][16][17]. This suggests that the Italian hop industry would have nothing to envy about other production markets abroad.…”

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Adapting American Hop (Humulus lupulus L.) Varieties to Mediterranean Sustainable Agriculture: A Trellis Height Exploration

Marceddu,

Carrubba,

Alfeo

et al. 2024

Horticulturae

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In recent years, Italy’s craft beer industry has seen remarkable growth, fostering the local production of key ingredients, notably hops. However, a research gap exists in exploring open-field hop productivity in typical Mediterranean climates using low-trellis systems. This study addressed this gap by evaluating the productive performances of “Cascade” and “Chinook” hop varieties on “V” trellis systems at different heights (2.60, 3.60, and 4.60 m above ground) in inner Sicily’s Mediterranean climate and soil conditions. The results highlighted the significant impact of trellis height on various parameters, with Cascade displaying exceptional adaptability to low-trellis farming. Key factors like stem and leaf weight emerged as crucial drivers of cone yield, emphasizing their significance in hop cultivation. The distinct responses of Cascade and Chinook varieties to varying trellis heights underscored the need for tailored approaches, offering valuable insights for optimizing hop cultivation practices in semi-arid climates.

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