Health A. Health benefits B. Health concerns Regulations governing cheese industry procedures A. Regulatory bodies B. Registration and licensing C. Milk D. Import/export E. Product labeling and dating F. Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) G,. Inspections, investigations, and targeted sampling Food … Continue reading
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Cheese Profile: Marieke Goudas
Holland’s Family Cheese: Marieke Goudas By Marcella Wright, ACS CCP™ In 2013, Marieke Penterman’s “Marieke Gouda” won Grand Champion at the US Cheese Championship. This award came less than five years after she made her first wheel of Gouda on … Continue reading
Privacy & Terms
The American Cheese Society (ACS) values your privacy and steadfastly believes in protecting information pertaining to our website visitors, members, and customers. We do not share information with third parties and we only contact you based on your requests and … Continue reading
On-Site Registration Form
On-Site Registration Form
ACS CCP® Exam Application Process
Exam Administration & Oversight The American Cheese Society is responsible for administering the exam, and committee consisting of ACS staff and cheese industry leaders reviews all applications for certification. Acceptance/Denial of Application If you meet the eligibility criteria, we will … Continue reading
American Cheese Education Foundation Webinar Archive
Welcome to the American Cheese Education Foundation Webinar Archive & Learning Center! The ACEF Webinar Archive & Learning Center, generously funded by the ACE Foundation, houses the American Cheese Society’s ongoing webinar series for you to watch and review on … Continue reading
ACS Webinar Series
ACS offers online education for our membership at no cost throughout the year in the form of educational webinars. In addition to these webinars, you can also find online training at the Safe Cheesemaking Hub. Upcoming webinars can be found … Continue reading
Packing and Shipping Tips for Success
Join Katie Grice, Process Evolution Manager for Murray’s Cheese, for a conversation about best practices in shipping, and how to set yourself up for success, and tips that will help you exceed your customer’s expectations. Key Takeaways It’s all in … Continue reading
Meet Shelia Flanagan Live Webinar & Virtual Cheese Tasting
Sheila Flanagan Nettle Meadow Farm Join Michael Landis & Sheila Flanagan for a talk around her farm, cheesemaking stories and a virtual cheese tasting on Wednesday, May 13th at 4:00 pm EDT. Not only do they make amazing cheeses, but … Continue reading
COVID-19 Resources
To help support our community during this pandemic, our team has curated a list of resources across a variety of topics. We encourage you to utilize these resources as you look to make your own business plans and stay informed. … Continue reading
ACS Member Profiles
Faces and Stories of Our Community We love our members at ACS and want to share their stories far and wide. Keep checking back for more of their stories! If you’re an ACS member who’d like to be featured, contact … Continue reading
Judging & Competition Eligibility Requirements
The 2022 Judging & Competition is no longer accepting entries. To view your entries, click here. The ACS Board of Directors and Judging & Competition Committee have determined that the following types of entities may enter the ACS Judging & … Continue reading
Advocacy & Engagement Timeline
Ongoing: ACS engages with FDA on a regular basis via in-person meetings and phone calls to ensure open lines of communication and to build understanding of our industry. 2-12-2021: ACS Submits Comments to FDA on the Proposed Rule for Food … Continue reading
ACS T.A.S.T.E. TEST® Application Process
Applications are reviewed by ACS Staff and by the Certification Committee within thirty days of receipt of a completed application and application processing fee. Eligibility Criteria Candidates who are active ACS Certified Cheese Professionals® are automatically eligible for the ACS … Continue reading
Tips for Cheese Lovers
Buying Cheese When buying cheese, it’s best to find a reliable source, such as a specialty market, cheese shop, or gourmet foods store that specializes in cheeses. Often, your local farmer’s market and a cheesemaker’s Web site are excellent resources, as you will often … Continue reading
Judging & Competition Volunteer Opportunities
The American Cheese Society Judging and Competition is looking for volunteers to help run this year’s competition! This is only volunteer sign up for the Judging and Competition – the Conference Volunteer sign up will come at a later date. … Continue reading
Packing and Shipping your Competition Entries 2019
Shipping Materials are Now Available The documents required for shipping your competition entries is now available. Log in to the Online Competition Entry System for access to your shipping materials. Receiving Day Your product should be shipped to arrive on … Continue reading
ACS Judging & Competition Cheese Entry Categories
The 2022 Judging & Competition is closed for entries. View Your Submissions Here The ACS Judging & Competition Committee has defined the following entry categories for the products entered into the ACS Judging & Competition. Download the ACS Judging & … Continue reading
American Cheese Education Foundation Webinar Archive
Welcome to the ACEF Webinar Archive! Browse this resource to access educational webinar content from the ACS webinar collection. In addition to these webinars, you can also find online training at the Safe Cheesemaking Hub. Learn more about upcoming webinars … Continue reading
Strategic Plan 2020
The ACS Strategic plan was developed with broad-based direction from stakeholders coupled with a proactive eye to the industry’s future. This multi-phased strategic planning process included: Board of Directors Self-Assessment and Analysis Member Satisfaction Survey Post-Conference Survey State of the Artisan and … Continue reading
Committees and Advisory Panels
The American Cheese Society is a network of volunteer leaders who provide resources in services of our members. Want to contribute? Learn about Committee Service and APPLY NOW to get involved. Certification Committee Oversees the creation, maintenance, and operation of … Continue reading
Newsletter Archive
This digital collection of newsletters spans the different iterations of the American Cheese Society’s member newsletter. Spanning from 1990 to the present, these newsletters serve as the main communication tool between the organization and our members. This archive encompasses our … Continue reading
ACS Judging & Competition Cheese Entry Categories
The ACS Judging & Competition Committee has defined the following entry categories for the products entered into the ACS Judging & Competition. Download the ACS Judging & Competition Categories A. FRESH UNRIPENED CHEESES Cheese Curds, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, … Continue reading
Detailed Responsibilities Related to Cheese
Please use the list below for examples of acceptable descriptions for the ‘Detailed Responsibilities Related to Cheese’ section of the ACS T.A.S.T.E. exam. Cheesemaker: Procure raw materials Cheese make Develop new recipes Determine ingredient mix (cultures, etc) Age cheese Develop HACCP Document cold … Continue reading
Member Profile: Cheese CSAs
With the growing popularity of Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs) in the United States, many cheesemakers are partnering with local farms to offer a supplemental cheese CSA. Each CSA works a little differently, but the basics are that farmers offer “shares” … Continue reading
Meet the Cheesemaker
Meet the Cheesemaker takes place during the ACS Annual Conference. The event enables producers of cheese and cultured dairy products to meet with and sample products to hundreds of key industry distributors, retailers, buyers, and food writers from throughout North … Continue reading
Classified Ads
Do you have equipment for sale? Land, a farm, or a creamery to sell or lease? Submit an ACS Classified Listing by emailing [email protected] with your ad and photos. Ads are free for ACS members, and $25 for non-members. Do … Continue reading
Bylaws of the American Cheese Society, Inc.
Approved by the Membership on August 7, 2010 ARTICLE I: NAME, LOCATION AND DEFINITIONS Section 1. Name The name of the corporation shall be The American Cheese Society. Section 2. Location The administrative offices of the association shall be in … Continue reading
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Welcome to 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. This site … Continue reading
ACS CCP® Education Series – Part 2
ACS CCP® Education Series Date: June 9th & June 23rd Time: 4pm – 5pm MT Session Description: Come and join us as members of the Certification Committee walk through parts of the Body of Knowledge and bring questions related to … Continue reading
ACS CCP® Education Series – Part 1
ACS CCP® Education Series Date: June 9th & June 23rd Time: 4pm – 5pm MT Session Description: Come and join us as members of the Certification Committee walk through parts of the Body of Knowledge and bring questions related to … Continue reading
T.A.S.T.E. TEST INFORMATIONAL SESSION
T.A.S.T.E. TEST INFORMATIONAL SESSION – REGISTER NOW Date: May 12th Time: 4pm – 5pm MT Session Description: Join us for a breakdown of what to expect during the upcoming 2022 ACS T.A.S.T.E. TEST® followed by a Q & A session … Continue reading
Pasteurization Short Course
Participants in this three-day course will gain knowledge on the operational and regulatory procedures used for pasteurization, with an emphasis on milk. The course begins with a focus on the composition and microbiology of milk to set the stage for … Continue reading
2022 ACS Annual Conference
Blazing the Trail for Cheese Portland, Oregon July 20-23, 2022 Registration is now open! Register for the 39th ACS Annual Conference here! The American Cheese Society is the leader in promoting and supporting American cheeses and we are … Continue reading
2021 CERTIFIED CHEESE PROFESSIONAL® EXAM
ACS will be holding the CCP™ Exam virtually. Review the application process, requirements for eligibility, and apply to sit for the 2021 online exam: https://www.cheesesociety.org/certification/certification-2/ When: August 4, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. MT
Recertification Deadline for the 2014 and 2017 classes of CCPs.
ACS Certified Cheese Professionals® are required to renew their certification with ACS every three years by demonstrating continued professional development in the cheese industry. After the three-year period, candidates must submit evidence of continuing education and involvement in the cheese … Continue reading
Getting Your Cheese to Retailers
Getting Your Cheese to Retailers – REGISTER NOW Date: March 25, 2021 Time: 12pm – 1pm MST Session Description: Join us for a discussion followed by a Q & A session with Sarah Masoni and Gordon Edgar, who will provide … Continue reading
Renewing Your Membership
We’re making renewing your ACS membership even easier! Beginning April 27, 2021, ACS converted to a new member management system. If you had not renewed prior to this date, you were sent by email a newly generated invoice for your … Continue reading
Cheese Science with Pat
Cheese Science! with Pat Polowsky Date: August 13 Session Description: Join Pat as he takes us through six mini-lessons in cheese science including Why is Milk White, Coagulations! You’ve Won, Affineur Hardly Knew Her and more! Presenter: Pat Polowsky, founder … Continue reading
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Cheese O’Clock: Online Tasting with Janet Fletcher and Laura Werlin
Cheese O’Clock: Online Tasting with Janet Fletcher and Laura Werlin American Cheese Month is just around the corner. What better time to show our nation’s cheesemakers some love? Over four Thursdays in May, join food author and blogger Janet Fletcher … Continue reading
COVID-19 and Your Logistics Operation
Preparing your supply chain is critical for success in the face of a global crisis. As the situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, it is essential that you effectively communicate and set expectations with your business partners to … Continue reading
Beginner’s Art & Science of Cheese Making Short Course
February 17 to 19, 2020 Register by December 1- $699 After December 1st- $749 Final Deadline for registration- February 1st, 2020. Have you ever wondered what makes cheddar a cheddar? Or how you could make cheese your own mozzarella? Cheese … Continue reading
American Cheese Society Member Event – We’re Going Virtual!
VIRTUAL Member Event SAVE THE DATE: JULY 23 The first virtual member event in ACS history, this half day experience will be full of valuable educational and networking events and opportunities. More information coming soon, check out this page. Sponsor … Continue reading
Packing and Shipping your Competition Entries
Shipping Materials are Now Available The documents required for shipping your competition entries are now available. Helpful links for shipping perishable items: FedEx UPS Receiving Day Your product should be shipped to arrive on Wednesday, May 18th only. Judging Days … Continue reading
Protected: Part 1: Pre Audit Questions
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Welcome!
Welcome to the American Cheese Society’s new website! If you are an active ACS member, you will have access to password-protected members-only content on this site, and you’ll be able to update and modify your account in our new member … Continue reading
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Conference Schedule
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Domain 9: Inventory Management
Sourcing (inventory selection) A. Considerations B. Supplier programs Receiving A. Receiving protocols B. Unloading cheese Inventory management A. Ordering B. Rotation C. Controlling loss Storage & shelf life guidelines A. Product lifecycle B. Date marking and labeling C. Requirements for … Continue reading