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Virtual Member Meeting

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ACS Virtual Member Meeting on July 23, 2020 At our first ever virtual meeting members engaged with familiar and new faces and received insight into the state of ACS and our industry. Watch the playlist in the order each event … Continue reading →

The Science of Artisan Cheese: Online Edition

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Every two years, over one hundred cheese makers, scientists, and members of the cheese industry gather at North Cadbury Court in Somerset for presentation and discussion of current research on topics related to artisan cheese. Since the first conference in … Continue reading →

Dairy Foods Industry Virtual Office Hours

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Dairy Foods Industry Virtual Office Hours Tuesday, June 9, 2020 | 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm (EDT) Cornell University dairy foods safety faculty will facilitate this session in collaboration with the Dairy Foods Research Centers, the National Dairy Council and the … Continue reading →

Communications During A Crisis

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The coronavirus is having an impact on the way that everyone does business. As companies adapt to new circumstances, it’s important to communicate business information with accuracy and empathy. Join Ed Tagliaferri, Executive Vice President, DKC, as he addresses key … Continue reading →

Extending Cheese Shelf Life

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Join the Center for Dairy Research for a free webinar on Wednesday, April 8 at 2 pm (CT). The impact of COVID-19 on the dairy industry calls for new tools in the cheesemaking toolkit. CDR staff will share ideas for … Continue reading →

7th Annual Massachusetts Cheese Festival

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SAMPLE and purchase dozens of different cheeses, beverages and local foods MEET Massachusetts’ award-winning artisan cheesemakers ENJOY pairings with other local artisan foods and beverages TASTE wine, beer, and hard cider from New England’s best beverage makers LEARN about the … Continue reading →

Conference Highlights

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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 →

DSANA Dairy Sheep Symposium

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The DSANA Dairy Sheep Symposium is the major annual event of the dairy sheep industry in North America, providing an educational environment and fostering connections among dairy sheep producers, processors, and researchers. For 24 years, dairy sheep producers from all … Continue reading →

Oral History Archive: Interviews

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As part of an ongoing project to capture the history of ACS, Member and Past President Christine Hyatt of Cheese Chick Productions, has conducted a series of interviews with fellow ACS members. Learn about our collective history in the ACS … Continue reading →

Sweet Combs of Honey: Cheese and Cheeseboards

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Join Marcella The Cheesemonger at Sweet Combs of Honey from 4pm to 6pm on Friday October 12th. Enjoy a selection of American Artisan Cheeses and the presentation of Marcella’s new line of handmade Cheese Boards.

Committees and Advisory Panels

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The American Cheese Society is a network of volunteer leaders who provide resources in services of our members. We’re glad for your interest in joining our committees! We will be reopening applications for our committees after the ACS 2024 Conference. … Continue reading →

ACS T.A.S.T.E. TEST® – How to Apply

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Step-by-Step Summary of CCSE T.A.S.T.E. Test® Application Process   Review the dates, deadlines, and fees for the CCSE T.A.S.T.E. Test®. Review the eligibility criteria for the CCSE T.A.S.T.E. Test®. Please note that a High School Diploma or GED is no longer … Continue reading →

ACS Judging & Competition Cheese Entry Categories

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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 →

T.A.S.T.E Test® Preparation Guide

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Candidates have 3 hours to complete the T.A.S.T.E. Test®. The test itself has two sections: Single attribute identification Cheese assessment and evaluation During the single attribute identification portion of the exam, each candidate will be provided with 10 different prepared … Continue reading →

Board Nominations

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Each year, the ACS Nominating Committee seeks nominations of cheese industry professionals to serve in leadership positions on the ACS Board of Directors. ACS values and seeks diverse leadership as defined by race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, appearance, … Continue reading →

Detailed Responsibilities Related to Cheese

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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: Surfing Goat Dairy

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While the majority of us are in the depths of the cold, dark winter, and dreaming of warm, sunny escapes, ACS’s only Hawaiian member is enjoying the season.  Surfing Goat Dairy, located in Kula, HI, continues to be as busy … Continue reading →

Say Gazta!

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Jess Perrie, the first recipient of the Daphne Zepos Teaching Award (DZTA), is heading to the Basque region of Spain from April 1 – 16 of next year. She will be learning about traditional Basque cheesemaking techniques and how to create … Continue reading →

ACS CCP® Exam – How to Apply

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  Step by Step Summary of CCP Application Process   Review the dates, deadlines, and fees for the CCP Exam. Review the eligibility criteria for the CCP Exam. Please note that a High School Diploma or GED is no longer … Continue reading →

Eligibility Criteria for ACS Certifications

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Eligibility is determined at the time an application is submitted, and all eligibility requirements MUST be attained at the time of application. Future work hours are not considered in determining eligibility Requirements for Certification Exams Four thousand (4,000) hours of … Continue reading →

Body of Knowledge

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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 →

Tips for Cheese Lovers

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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 →

Cheese Definitions and Categories

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Milk is defined in the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance as: The normal lacteal secretion, practically free of colostrum, obtained by the complete milking of one or more healthy hooved mammals. The Codex Alimentarius provides global standards for the definition of cheese: Cheese … Continue reading →

Annual Conference Volunteers

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The ACS Annual Conference takes place with the support of hundreds of volunteers who generously contribute their talents and their time – from a few-hours shift up to a full week or more – to help make our events successful. … Continue reading →

Bylaws of the American Cheese Society, Inc.

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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 →

Committee Service

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We’re looking for volunteer leaders to serve on our committees/panels and help identify and provide resources and support services for our membership. Learn more about the work each committee does and to discover where your talents might be needed. To … Continue reading →

Membership

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At more than 2,300 members strong, ACS is the leading organization supporting the understanding, appreciation, preservation, and promotion of artisan, farmstead, and specialty cheeses produced in the Americas. ACS provides the cheese community with educational resources and networking opportunities, while … Continue reading →