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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
ACS Judging & Competition Cheese Entry Categories
Click Here to Download the Full List of 2024 Categories A. FRESH UNRIPENED CHEESES Cheese Curds, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Fromage Blanc, Fromage Frais, Impastata, Mascarpone, Quark, Ricotta. Excluded: Cheeses with any added flavor (Refer to Category KA), Queso … Continue reading
Deadlines and Fees for 2022 ACS Certification
The application period for the 2022 ACS Certified Cheese Professional Exam and the ACS Certified Cheese Sensory Evaluator T.A.S.T.E Test® is now closed. Important Deadlines for the ACS Certification Programs January 21 – March 31: Application period open for ACS … Continue reading
ACS Sponsorship
For us to continue providing relevant resources and opportunities during these turbulent times, we are asking sponsors to provide financial support. Whether you are interested in sponsoring a specific effort or starting a mission sponsorship, we would be happy to … 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
Shipping to the ACS Conference
If you are shipping food products to be used at conference for any event, ACS requires that you complete the Product Information Form. This does NOT include SWAG bag items. If you were approved to submit a SWAG bag item, … Continue reading
Conference Tours
Experience the flavors of Buffalo like never before with our exclusive Pre-Conference and Post-Conference tours, designed to introduce conference attendees to our host city, Buffalo! Ticket costs for each tour vary and may include lunch, tastings, and transportation. All tours … Continue reading
Membership Benefits
Membership with the American Cheese Society provides access to targeted benefits, resources, tools, and discounts. Review the member benefits chart below to explore ACS Membership Levels and associated benefits. Find the ACS Membership Level that works for you, and learn … Continue reading
Cheese Profile: Nature’s Harmony Cheeses
By Marcella Wright, ACS CCP™ Recently I had the pleasure to visit Nature’s Harmony Farm in Northeast Georgia. Tim Young, Owner and Cheesemaker, in addition to a tour of his cheesemaking and aging facility, treated my husband and me to … Continue reading
Official Conference Cheesemongers
2024 OCC Applications Open APPLY HERE Overview Each year, the ACS Annual Conference relies on the hard work and dedication of countless volunteers. Among these key volunteers are the Official Conference Cheesemongers (OCCs). The OCCs are a crucial part of … Continue reading
ACS Webinar: Food Safety Culture – What Is It and Where Do I Begin?
Join ACS on Tuesday, October 10th at 12pm MT/2pm ET for a one-hour webinar titled “Food Safety Culture – What Is It and Where Do I Begin?” In 2019, the New Era for Smarter Food Safety identified Food Safety Culture … Continue reading
ACS Members-Only Town Hall
Join the ACS Board of Directors for a virtual Town Hall meeting on August 1 at 3:00pm Mtn. This will be an open discussion about how we can serve our members’ changing needs and the industry. Share your thoughts on … Continue reading
Judging & Competition 2023 – Call for Entries
Welcome to the American Cheese Society’s Annual Judging & Competition! At this time, entries for the 2023 Judging & Competition have closed. More information regarding shipping will be released closer to May. Review your submitted entries on Award … Continue reading
2024 ACS Certification Exams
DATES, DEADLINES, AND FEES FOR 2024 ACS CERTIFICATION The application period for the 2024 ACS Certified Cheese Professional Exam and the ACS Certified Cheese Sensory Evaluator T.A.S.T.E Test® are now open, and will close March 31st. Applications will be accepted … Continue reading
2022 ACS Annual Conference
Blazing the Trail for Cheese Portland, Oregon July 20-23, 2022 The American Cheese Society is the leader in promoting and supporting American cheeses and we held our first face-to-face conference since 2019 in July 2022. Attendees were able … Continue reading
2021 Meet The Cheesemaker
American Cheese Society’s ‘Meet the Cheesemaker‘ Takes On A Virtual Twist This popular experience will be back at the 2021 American Cheese Society Annual Conference, and cheesemakers will be able to visit with attendees in small groups during the two-hour event on the ACS Annual Conference virtual event platform. Meet the Cheesemaker Powered by Gourmet Dash will … Continue reading
DZTA: Ancient Traditions and Modern Styles: Rethinking the Heritage of Mediterranean Cheese through Historical Approaches in Border Regions
As we strive to tell a history that is more accurate and inclusive, cheese is not excluded from our need to decolonize. Using an historical approach, Ann Campbell explores Mediterranean border regions to consider how cheesemaking technologies of the Near … Continue reading
ACS Webinar: Taking Care of Yourself in a World Crisis
Join Us for Virtual American Cheese Society Programming We are excited to bring you the first in a series of online educational programming designed to support you through shared industry knowledge and experiences. May is Mental Health Month and in … Continue reading
Serve Up Truth: Tracing and Lotting Made Easy
Let us help you stop struggling with how to create lots that make sense so that you can actually DO the traceability you need to do. May 20, 2020, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Eastern Time Join Dr. Michele Pfannenstiel, CEO of Dirigo Food Safety, … Continue reading
Food Industry Virtual Office Hours
Food Industry Virtual Office Hours Thursday, April 30, 2020 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm (EDT) Join us for our weekly Q&A and facilitated discussions during our online Food Industry Virtual Office Hours. Speak directly to Cornell University food safety … Continue reading
Serve Up Truth: Supply Chain Made Easy
Join Dr. Michele Pfannenstiel, CEO of Dirigo Food Safety, for this FREE webinar where you’ll: Learn the point of Supply Chain programs and how to do them well Understand how much time this all takes Figure out where you are … Continue reading
Pre-Conference Food Safety Workshop
Wednesday, July 10th Where Are You in the Food Safety Journey? I’m living the food safety life, but could always use good company for a refresher. I’ve begun down the food safety path but could use advice with the directions. … Continue reading
Enter the ACS Judging & Competition 2018
If you have any questions about entering the ACS Judging & Competition, please don’t hesitate to Contact Us. You may also find your answer(s) in the Frequently Asked Questions. Entry Instructions Welcome to the ACS Judging & Competition Online Entry … 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
Deadlines and Fees for ACS Certification Tests
The application period for 2021 ACS Certified Cheese Professional Exam is now closed. Important Deadlines for the ACS Certification Programs February 24 – April 30: Application period March 1: Deadline for recertification for the 2014 and 2017 classes of CCPs. … Continue reading
Conference Educational Sessions
The American Cheese Society maintains an archive of ACS Conference Presentations. Each year, after the ACS Annual Conference, the presentations are made available to members here. Our collection of presentations dates back to 2010. Currently, the years 2013-Present are available … 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
The Life of Cheese: Crafting Food & Value in America
I knew I wanted to read Heather Paxson’s book, The Life of Cheese: Crafting Food and Value in America, as soon as I heard about her. An MIT anthropologist taking a serious look at the cheese world! But I had … Continue reading
The Science of Artisan Cheese – A Recap
Kate Arding, co-founder of Culture Magazine, ACS Board member, and Chair of the ACS Regulatory & Academic Committee, traveled to England in August 2012 for “The Science of Artisan Cheese” — a two-day conference held by the Specialist Cheese Makers … Continue reading
Body of Knowledge
The American Cheese Society Body of Knowledge is a comprehensive framework that aims to encompass the interdisciplinary domains of information that comprise the knowledge base of the cheese industry. Eleven Domains of Information are woven together to create the areas … Continue reading
Judging & Competition 2024 – Call for Entries
The Call for Entires for the 2024 Judging & Competition has now closed Process for Submitting to Judging & Competition Determine Eligibility (review the eligibility requirements here) Note: only ACS organizational members are eligible to submit their cheese into … Continue reading
SF Cheese Fest Returns to San Francisco in September
California Artisan Cheese Guild’s 8th Annual Festival Brings Cheese Lovers, Cheesemakers, Brands and Industry Leaders Together in San Francisco’s Most Prominent Cheese Celebration California Artisan Cheese Guild announces the return of SF Cheese Fest to San Francisco taking place at … Continue reading
Early Bird Deadline for the ADSA/ACS Discover Conference: “Why Cheese from Milk?”
In order to receive the lowest price, register by Friday, April 7th. WHY CHEESE FROM MILK? May 3-4, 2023 Presented VIRTUALLY! *The Discover Conference has been moved to May 3-4, and will now be presented as an entirely virtual program. Please … Continue reading
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ACS Conference Scholarships Close May 1st
ACS Conference Scholarships applications close on May 1st! Interested in attending the ACS Conference but not sure if its in the budget this year? Apply to an ACS Conference Scholarship! If you do not receive a scholarship of any kind … Continue reading
Cheese Chat with Jeremy and Lynn
Join ACS President and Vice President each week for updates and information on the latest news from the American Cheese Society. We hope to see you there- with cheese, of course! This weekly program begins at 6pm EST/ 5pm CST/ … Continue reading
Responding to a Pandemic: Lessons Learned About Adapting and Preparing Your Workforce for Change
Session Description: This panel will discuss creating a “new normal” that is sustainable and restores productivity amidst a crisis. Panelists will focus on discussing plans of action related to the vaccine and how this can effect both employees and businesses. … Continue reading
Coping with Covid #3
Session Description: Continuing their exploration of how the pandemic has affected the cheese industry, the Coping with COVID panelists report from the perspectives of cheesemaker, distributor/importer, and retailers in the United States and Canada. This conversation will focus on the … Continue reading
ACS Sponsorship
For us to continue providing relevant resources and opportunities for our ACS members, we are asking sponsors to provide financial support. Whether you are interested in sponsoring a specific effort or starting a mission sponsorship, we would be happy to … 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
Serve Up Truth Webinar Extra: Marketing and Advertising for Small Farms and Food Producers
Serve Up Truth Webinar Extra: Marketing and Advertising for Small Farms and Food Producers April 27, 2020, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Eastern Time Join Dr. Michele Pfannenstiel, CEO of Dirigo Food Safety, for this FREE webinar where you’ll: Easy marketing processes Understand how much … Continue reading
Food Industry Office Hours
Join us for another online session of Food Industry Office Hours on Tuesday, April 14 from 4 pm to 5 pm. These sessions offer you the opportunity to speak directly to Cornell University Food Safety Experts in dairy, fresh produce, … Continue reading
CHICAGO CHEESEMAKING, All-Day Weekend with Merryl Winstein
CHICAGO CHEESEMAKING, All-Day Weekend with Merryl Winstein, author of the SUCCESSFUL CHEESEMAKING® book. Chicago IL (Evanston IL 60645) Friday & Saturday Oct 18-19, 2019, choose one day or both. Have fun getting your hands into a full array of traditional … Continue reading
Conference Highlights
Educational Sessions Over 35 topical and timely sessions selected by the ACS Education Committee, including: Pre-Conference Offering: Artisan Cheese Food Safety Workshop A 6 hour in-person workshop intended for Artisan Cheese Producers who are preparing to create, or are already … Continue reading
Cheese Reads
We love to read about cheese! Here are some of our favorite publications. Looking for more about how to buy and serve cheese? Contact Us! Looking for more about how to buy and serve cheese? Read our Tips for Cheese Lovers. … Continue reading
Member and Events Code of Conduct
General Applicability This professional Code of Conduct (Code) outlines ACS’s expectations for all ACS members, volunteers, attendees, vendors, partners, officers, and event participants (jointly “Members and Participants”) as adopted by the ACS Board of Directors. Abiding by this Code is … Continue reading
T.A.S.T.E. Test® Cheese Category Attribute and Single Attribute Lists
Download the T.A.S.T.E.® Test Cheese Category Attribute Sheets The ACS T.A.S.T.E. Test® cheese attribute sheets were created using the methodology for assessment and evaluation of cheese that is used by the American Cheese Society’s Judging and Competition wherein judges evaluate … Continue reading
Cheese Crawl
Kick off your ACS Conference experience by sampling regional cheeses paired with local spirits, wines, and beers. Join fellow ACS members in a “crawl”, stopping at several local Des Moines bars and restaurants. Each stop will be paired with a … Continue reading
State of the Industry Reports
The State of the U.S. Artisan & Specialty Cheese Industry Reports are developed from responses to the biennial survey launched in 2016. This biennial study focuses on gaining an understanding of the current state of the U.S. artisan, farmstead, and … Continue reading