Image: Farmhouse Brewing / A popular Chilliwack brewery known for its extensive pizza lineup and appealing outdoor venue in a picturesque country setting has been honored with an award at the 30th annual Business Excellence Awards.

By Mike Vanden Bosch

Chilliwack brewery wins honor

Chilliwack’s only farm-based brewery honored at annual awards gala

Feb 11, 2025 | 10:10 AM

CHILLIWACK — A popular Chilliwack brewery known for its extensive pizza lineup and appealing outdoor venue in a picturesque country setting has been honored with an award at the 30th annual Business Excellence Awards.

Farmhouse Brewing, located at Lickman Road and South Sumas Road in Chilliwack, won the Agricultural Excellence award Saturday night in a 90-minute ceremony at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre.

In a Facebook post acknowledging the honor, the company overflowed with gratitude.

“We thank God for Farmhouse. It has allowed us to not only have more time together as a family, but also to provide a unique experience and a space where we can contribute, share and give back,” said Farmhouse Brewing, owned by Dan and Colleen Neels. “We also thank our wonderful Farmhouse crew. They are hardworking, valued, and truly like family to us and to each other. Thank you to everyone who loves to come by! Your support of our small business means a lot to everyone here!”

In less than six years, the has gone from its first successful harvest of barley to becoming a go-to destination for Chilliwack residents and families who crave artisan-style pizza, calzones, and craft beer in a cozy ambiance.

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“We started working our land, and in 2019 we had our first successful harvest of barley, a harvest we were told wouldn’t be,” Farmhouse said. “Fast forward to 2025 and we’re still at it with the addition of a beautiful lil’ hop field, now being tended together with @Topps.hops – the perfect pairing for Corner Nook Farm where we brew our own brand of amazing Craft Beer.”

Farmhouse remains a big supporter and advocate for the ag industry in Chilliwack and British Columbia.

“We love supporting local and love being a part of Agriculture. We’re a proud member of @eatdrinkbuybc as we utilize a large percentage of B.C. ingredients,” the company said. “We have the pleasure of hosting numerous Agriculture Events at Farmhouse in which we get to share this passion with other farmers & we continue to support and collab with local farms, businesses and agricultural events in our beautiful community. We will always bring awareness to the importance of farming while promoting Chilliwack and what local options it has to offer.”