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Correctly applying the alpha clause for hops

The alpha clause for aroma hops was developed to fairly deal with a difficult crop. What is the origin of the alpha clause, how can it be applied and what should be considered during its application? Thomas Raiser, sales & marketing director at BarthHaas, explains.

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