So, why join the American Cheese Society?

ACS is the only organization of its kind in North America that caters to those involved in the specialty and artisanal cheese trade.

ACS members are committed to the production, marketing, distribution, retailing of fine artisanal and specialty natural cheeses and cultured milk products. ACS also focuses on educating consumers about the sensory pleasures and consumption of American cheeses. The ACS unites its members in a common goal of sharing information, providing educational programs, and creating networking opportunities for the interchange of ideas and information affecting the specialty cheese trade. Anyone with an interest in fine cheese is eligible for membership in the ACS.

Benefits of Membership may include:

Subscription to the ACS Monthly eNewsletter
Eligibility to attend the Annual Conference
Eligibility to enter cheeses in the Annual Judging & Competition
Opportunity to purchase targeted ACS mailing lists
Discounted tickets to the Festival of Cheese
Listing in the Annual Membership Directory
Listing on the ACS Web site
Opportunity to apply for conference scholarship programs
Online Webinars and Educational Forums
Eligibility for election to the ACS Board of Directors
Ability to partner with ACS for sponsorship
Discounts on affiliated memberships
Listing in the searchable Online Membership Directory

Click here to review the various membership levels and decide which one fits your needs.