Welcome to the American Cheese Society
Join ACS
ACS provides the cheese community with educational resources and networking opportunities while encouraging the highest standards of cheesemaking focused on safety and sustainability.
Annual Conference
We are so excited to be in Sacramento, California, where we turn the "City of Trees" into the "City of Cheese" for the ACS 2025 Annual Conference, July 23-26!
Judging & Competition
The ACS Judging & Competition, a technical and aesthetic evaluation of American-made cheeses, takes place in June each year.
Learning Center
The ACS Learning Center & ACEF Webinar Archive houses the American Cheese Society’s ongoing webinar series and other resources for you to watch and review on demand. ACS members access for free. Some content is available to non-members for purchase.
The leader for American Cheese
Welcome to the American Cheese Society
The American Cheese Society (ACS) is the leader in promoting and supporting American cheeses, providing the cheese industry with educational resources and networking opportunities, while encouraging the highest standards of cheesemaking focused on safety and sustainability.
Our site offers resources, education, industry directories, and other valuable tools for cheese professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Learn, Show Your Skills, Grow
ACS Programs and Events
The American Cheese Society has numerous programs and events for the cheese community that provides educational resources, networking opportunities, and opportunities to showcase your achievements in cheesemaking, cheesemongering, and more.
Conference
As an industry and a professional association, we gather each year to celebrate and tackle challenges together. At the American Cheese Society Annual Conference, we celebrate a vibrant and growing market for world-class American-made cheeses.
Competition
The American Cheese Society Judging & Competition is a technical and aesthetic evaluation of American-made cheeses. By hosting Judging & Competition, ACS shines the spotlight on American cheesemakers by showcasing their talents and work as leaders within the industry.
Certification
The American Cheese Society offers two industry certifications: ACS Certified Cheese Professional® (ACS CCP®) and ACS Certified Cheese Sensory Evaluator® (ACS CCSE®) that formally recognizes professional achievement at a national level.
Resources
What's happening
Cheese Industry Events
Upcoming deadlines and cheese industry events
Counter Culture - San Diego May 16th
Frozen Desserts Innovation
ACS Member Meetup at IDDBA
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Fri, May. 16, 2025 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Counter Culture - San Diego May 16th
Exciting news—Counter Culture is heading back to San Diego on Friday May16th to kick off Cheese & Libations Expo weekend! Discounted tickets are available via the link below. Be sure to use promo code: CheeseIndustry50 at checkout. Please register as we have LIMITED space. -
Mon, Jun. 2, 2025 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
ACS Member Meetup at IDDBA
Attention ACS Members! You're Invited to the ACS Member Meetup at IDDBA, June 2nd in New Orleans! Join us for an informal American Cheese Society Member Meetup during IDDBA in New Orleans! Connect with fellow members, enjoy some delicious cheese, and unwind with a drink (or two) on us.
