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Yakima County considers itself the hops capital of the world, producing about 75% of U.S. hop output in 2025. Hops, a flavoring agent used in beer, were first planted in Washington state in the mid-1860s, and the industry overcame setbacks to flourish. The crop remains central to the county's farm economy and identity.
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Yakima County claims to be the hops capital of the world, having produced about 75% of U.S. hop production in 2025. Hops are a flavoring agent used in beer and were first planted in Washington state in the mid-1860s. The industry faced setbacks but continued to flourish.
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