Brewers Association https://www.brewersassociation.org/ For Small and Independent Craft Brewers Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:19:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Restructured Aluminum Tariffs Continue to Pressure Craft Brewers https://www.brewersassociation.org/government-affairs-updates/restructured-aluminum-tariffs-continue-to-pressure-craft-brewers/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:19:28 +0000 https://www.brewersassociation.org/?p=181392 Changes to Section 232 tariffs on metals are likely to drive up production costs for craft brewers, impacting pricing and supply chains.

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]]> Here’s Your American Craft Beer Week Toolkit https://www.brewersassociation.org/association-news/heres-your-american-craft-beer-week-toolkit/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:26:42 +0000 https://www.brewersassociation.org/?p=181311 Download assets to promote your brewery before and during this weeklong celebration of American craft excellence. The toolkit contains logos, social media assets, animated GIFs, and more.

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]]> Tapping into Training: How to Build a Sales-Ready Team https://www.brewersassociation.org/brewing-industry-updates/tapping-into-training-how-to-build-a-sales-ready-team/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:10:33 +0000 https://www.brewersassociation.org/?p=181316 Whether it’s your taproom staff welcoming guests or field reps calling on chain buyers, the ability to communicate your brand’s story, values, and products requires teamwork.

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]]> States with Extended Producer Responsibility Laws https://www.brewersassociation.org/brewing-industry-updates/states-with-extended-producer-responsibility-laws/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:35:29 +0000 https://www.brewersassociation.org/?p=181239 The following states have Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs. If your brewery sells packaged beverages using cans, bottles (glass or plastic), cartons, cardboard carriers, etc., these regulations and financial obligations may apply to you. 

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]]> Extended Producer Responsibility Deadlines Approaching https://www.brewersassociation.org/brewing-industry-updates/extended-producer-responsibility-deadlines-approaching/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:35:12 +0000 https://www.brewersassociation.org/?p=181238 In seven states, new EPR legislation requires producers of high volume waste to take financial responsibility for recycling the packaging associated with their products. If your brewery sells packaged beverages using cans, bottles (glass or plastic), cartons, cardboard carriers, etc., these regulations and financial obligations may apply to you.

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