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Craft cider renaissance driven by ‘artisans’ who escaped the knowledge economy
From National Post, by Jacob Dubé
Photo: An upcoming dissertation suggests that the craft cider industry could potentially save small apple orchards and attract new farmers from urban areasPaul Morden/Sarnia Observer/Postmedia Network
In her dissertation, researcher Anelyse Weiler says Canada’s craft cider industry could save small apple orchards and attract new farmers from urban areas
Thousands of academics are gathering in Vancouver for the annual Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences from June 1-7. They will present papers on everything from child marriage in Canada to why dodgeball is problematic. In its Oh, The Humanities! series, the National Post showcases some of the most interesting research.
Over the last few years, cider has slowly taken over after-work hangouts and weekend barbecues, and beer haters finally have something to order in a pint glass.
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