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GENERATIONS OF EXPERIENCE IN THE ART OF HOP FARMING
GENERATIONS OF EXPERIENCE IN THE ART OF HOP FARMING
We have always believed that quality begins in the field. Since 1869, our grower-owners have been building a vast foundation of knowledge and know-how that fuels our collaborative, hands-on approach to meeting the needs of the world’s brewers.
From innovative farming techniques to state-of-the-art production facilities, our growers demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to their craft and continuous improvement in their fields. The family-owned hop farms from which we source our hops are as unique as the beloved varieties they cultivate. We take pride in being able to share their stories and create a close connection between brewers and the growers who are dedicated to their success.
Founded: 1940s
Base: WOODBURN, OREGON
Owned By: BRUCE, BILL & CHARLIE DAVIDSON
Website: www.yakimachief.com
Bruce, Bill and Charlie Davidson are the proud owners and fourth generation hop farmers of 3D Farm and BC Hop Farm Ltd. Their family farming operations began in the 1940s when their father, Jim Davidson, purchased 100 acres of farmland in the Willamette Valley and planted 10 acres of hops, all of which had to be hand-picked. In 1975, Jim purchased the first Dauenhauer picking machine along with three dryers and a Gasseling layer and baler. Working alongside their father, the three brothers purchased the farm in 1983 and continued to expand operations. In 1995, 3D Farm expanded to its current facility with two Dauenhauer machines, seven dryers, and a dedicated cooling and baling room. They have now expanded their production to more than 600 acres and nine varieties.
The Davidsons embrace sustainability and contribute to the hop industry’s environmental preservation efforts by utilizing solar panels as a renewable energy source. They also operate a grinder used to process hop plant waste created throughout the harvest season, which is then returned to the hop yards as compost. Outside of the fields, Charlie has served on the Board of Directors for Hop Growers of America and the Oregon Hop Commission.
