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Craft beer industry
Coverage of Craft beer industry in the Nexus archive.
- How craft breweries are adapting to changes in the industry
Oregon's craft beer industry faced 29 closures in 2025 as national production declined 5%, driven by rising costs, competition, and economic uncertainty. Experts attribute the downturn to unsustainable growth and shifting consumer preferences toward alternatives like seltzers and CBD-infused drinks.