Hop Farm: Polish Hop Institute

The Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation (IUNG) in Puławy serves as Poland’s premier research hub for hop breeding and biotechnology. Often referred to colloquially as the "Polish Hop Institute," this historic facility has been the soul of the nation’s agricultural science since the mid-20th century. Today, the Institute bridges the gap between ancient European tradition and the modern craft revolution, maintaining a rigorous program that preserves "Noble" lineages like Lubelski while developing bold, high-impact "New Wave" varieties like Zula and Zibi.