HOPS grows wild on the banks of waterways; along the hedges; the edge of the woods; from lowlands to an altitude of 1;200 feet if the weather is not too windy and wet. His presence is very common in northern Italy. The cultivation of hops was introduced in Italy; since 1847; Gaetano dallu0026#39;agronomo Pasqui of Forli; which also promoted a brewery in operation since the 60 century. Hops are primarily used in the production of beer; where he became the u0026#39;most important role of giving the most common feature beer; or the bitter taste than the aroma; very pronounced in the Pilsner; which is mainly used Saaz type of origin Bohemian. The use of hops also acts as a natural preservative for beer because it has antibacterial properties. The use of hops ultimately helps to coagulate the proteins suspended in the beer making it more clear (clarified); also helps in keeping the foam. Photography Ponzone 2011