Stay Open, Stay Safe: Ensuring Safety in Challenging Times with Paul Medeiros, NSF International COVID-19 is challenging the food industry to re-think how to serve business partners while keeping employees and customers safe. Although traditional food safety practices are still … Continue reading
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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 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
Special Dairy Foods Industry Virtual Office Hours
Special Dairy Foods Industry Virtual Office Hours Tuesday, April 28, 2020 | 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (EDT) Join the Dairy Foods Research Centers for a special Dairy Foods Industry Virtual Office Hours focused on how the Dairy Foods Industry is addressing the … Continue reading
Community and Opportunity During a Crisis with Stephen Corradini, Kings Food Markets
Community and Opportunity During a Crisis with Stephen Corradini, Kings Food Markets Join Stephen Corradini, Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer for Kings Food Markets and Balducci’s Food Lover’s Market, to learn about how his stores are fostering the spirit of … Continue reading
ACS Conference Cancellation
After deliberation, due to events outside our control, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 37th Annual ACS Conference & Competition, scheduled to take place in Portland, Oregon July 22-25. Our priority is you – our valued conference … Continue reading
Food Industry Virtual Office Hours to Answer COVID-19 Questions
Join us for our weekly Q&A and facilitated discussions during our Food Industry Virtual Office Hours. Speak directly to Cornell University food safety experts in dairy, fresh fruits and vegetables, and processed foods and beverages. Tuesday, April 21, 2020 | 12:00 … Continue reading
Food Industry Virtual Office Hours to Answer COVID-19 Questions
Join us for our weekly Q&A and facilitated discussions during our Food Industry Virtual Office Hours. Speak directly to Cornell University food safety experts in dairy, fresh fruits and vegetables, and processed foods and beverages. Faculty Participants: Dr. Sam Alcaine, Assistant Professor … Continue reading
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Contracts and COVID-19: Managing Obligations Now and in the Future
The language in your supply chain and distribution contracts can mean the difference between absorbing a crippling business catastrophe and finding a way out. Join experienced litigators Jeanne M. Hamburg and Deanna L. Koestel to review critical contractual clauses that … Continue reading
Relief During COVID-19: SBA Programs that Can Help
Join Peter Fehnel, Supervisory Economic Development Specialist & Veteran Business Outreach Officer, Small Business Administration, as he provides information and answers questions about SBA programs including Economic Injury Disaster Loans, Paycheck Protection Program, and more. NOTE: This is part of … Continue reading
Supply Chain, Staffing and Customer Challenges
Join Emilio Mignucci, VP of Culinary Pioneering, DiBruno Bros. as he provides perspective on retail and online sales, the supply chain, importing issues, managing staff during a crisis, and how his customers are buying right now. NOTE: This is the … Continue reading
How Cheese Producers Will Survive
Join The Monger and Carlos Yescas of the Oldways Cheese Coalition for an important conversation about the future of the cheese industry and what cheese producers can do to survive in this challenging business environment. Learn how others are managing, … Continue reading
Special Dairy Foods Industry Office Hours to Address Questions on COVID-19
Join the Dairy Foods Research Centers for a special Dairy Foods Industry Office Hours focused on how the Dairy Foods Industry is addressing the COVID-19 pandemic. This special online session will allow you to speak directly to a panel of … 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
Support Our Cheesemakers: Share a Cheeseboard
JOIN APRIL 25TH 4 PM MST AND SHARE A CHEESEBOARD FOR DINNER! Live stream via Instagram (@support_our _cheesemakers) and Facebook (@supportourcheesemakers) Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many of our American artisan cheesemakers have been negatively impacted by the closure of … Continue reading
Communications During A Crisis
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
Cornell Institute for Food Safety: Food Industry Office Hours
Speak directly to Cornell University Food Safety Experts in dairy, fresh produce, and processed foods and beverages, who will answer your questions on COVID-19 and its impact on the food industry. Dr. Kalmia Kniel, a virologist from the University of … Continue reading
Cornell Institute for Food Safety: Food Industry Office Hours
Speak directly to Cornell University Food Safety Experts in dairy, fresh produce, and processed foods and beverages, who will answer your questions on COVID-19 and its impact on the food industry. Dr. Kalmia Kniel, a virologist from the University of … Continue reading
Extending Cheese Shelf Life
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
Milk Science 101
Tune in to this live-streamed lecture from Cheese Science Toolkit’s Pat Polowsky and learn about the basic components of milk: fat, protein, and lactose.
Habits Die Hard: Pent-Up Demand for Food Experiences in the COVID-19 Crisis
Consumers have adopted new attitudes and behaviors around food safety and shopping during the Coronavirus crisis. While we adjust to social distancing, people crave routine to maintain a sense of normalcy, and food is playing a key role in new … Continue reading
Learn from the Experts: CARES Act Loans and Grants for Small Businesses
Arent Fox is counseling clients on the business loan programs included in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). This critical legislation will provide relief to Americans and businesses affected by the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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
Coronavirus Relief Legislation: SBA Loans and More
Congress has taken action to provide relief to businesses struggling during the novel Corona virus pandemic. But what, specifically, are the options and how do you pursue them? The American Cider Association welcomes Ben Snipe, Director of Product Development and … Continue reading
Working with Retailers: Tips for Makers During Challenging Times
Grocery stores and specialty food retailers are working overtime to keep their shelves stocked and supply chains open during this challenging time of COVID-19. Specialty food products are in demand and makers need to know how to best work with … Continue reading
COVID19: Live Chat with Mérieux NutriSciences
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is casting wavelengths around the world and evolving the way we do business today. Join Merieux NutriSciences for a Live Chat on April 2nd to answer the copious questions received from food manufacturers during our webinar: … Continue reading
COVID-19 Strategy Summit for Food & Restaurants
The Event COVID-19 Coronavirus has changed the world forever. While every industry will be impacted, the word of food and, in particular, restaurants are seeing a significant disruption to their business. As the pandemic spreads to every corner of the … 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
Food Industry Virtual Office Hours Addressing Your Questions Regarding COVID-19
Speak directly to Cornell University Food Safety Experts in dairy, fresh produce, and processed foods and beverages, who will answer your questions on COVID-19 and its impact on the food industry. Dr. Kalmia Kniel, a virologist from the University of … Continue reading
Employment Law and How It Is Changing
Recent changes in the law spurred by the coronavirus pandemic will affect how companies provide family and medical leave and manage a safe workplace under OSHA. Join Alexandra M. Romero from the law firm Arent Fox LLP, as she addresses … Continue reading
Food Industry Virtual Office Hours- Addressing Your Questions Regarding COVID-19
Speak directly to Cornell University Food Safety Experts in dairy, fresh produce, and processed foods and beverages, who will answer your questions on COVID-19 and its impact on the food industry. Dr. Kalmia Kniel, a virologist from the University of … Continue reading
Insurance Considerations Related to the Pandemic, Heffernan Insurance
Specialty food companies of all sizes have questions about insurance coverage during this challenging time of the coronavirus pandemic. Join Peter Picetti. Senior Vice President, Heffernan Insurance Brokers, as he addresses considerations including worker’s compensation, property and business income, cyber … 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
American Cheese Month Pledge Form
Addressing COVID-19
We value and respect the investment and confidence you place in the American Cheese Society (ACS). We know during this pandemic many in our community are facing tough choices for their families, their businesses, and their future. Our team is … Continue reading
Practical Cheesemaking: Rooting out Defects at the Vat with Peter Dixon
Join Peter Dixon for three days of hands-on cheesemaking at Briar Rose Creamery, Dundee, OR Take part in an in-depth discussion of cheesemaking methods and techniques, including natural cheesemaking and autochthonous starter cultures as we make Raclette and Teleme. Discussion … 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
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
Artisan Dairy Food Safety Plan Coaching Workshop
This coaching workshop is intended for Artisan Cheese and Dairy Food Producers who are preparing to create, or are already developing, a Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) compliant, preventive control (PC)-based, food safety plan for their facility. The goal of … Continue reading
7th Annual Massachusetts Cheese Festival
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
GREEK CHEESEMAKING, Day after Thanksgiving, St. Louis MO
GREEK CHEESEMAKING, Day after Thanksgiving, with Merryl Winstein, author of the SUCCESSFUL CHEESEMAKING® book. St. Louis, Missouri 63143 Nov 29, 2019. Have fun getting your hands into a full array of traditional & professional cheese making methods that make your … Continue reading
COMPLETE, ALL-DAY, CHEESE WEEKEND St. Louis MO
WEEKLY CHEESEMAKING CLASSES with Merryl Winstein, author of the SUCCESSFUL CHEESEMAKING® book. St. Louis, Missouri 63143 Nov 2-3, 2019, choose one day or both. Have fun getting your hands into a full array of traditional & professional cheese making methods … 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
Wine & Cheese Pairing – Terra Sur Cafe – Tampa
Celebrate the American Cheese Month with Michael Landis for an American Artisan Cheese pairing experience with some amazing wines from around the world at Terra Sur Cafe. Learn and taste how well these American Cheeses go with international wines. We … Continue reading
Beer & Cheese pairing – Crooked Thumb Brewing – Safety Harbor
Celebrate the American Cheese Month with Michael Landis World Cheese Judge and Travis Kruger Owner of the Crooked Thumb Brewery for a reunion of collaboration in pairing up 5 of his beers with 5 American Artisan Cheeses. Michael & Travis … Continue reading
Cheese & Beer Pairing – Six Ten Brewing – Tampa
Celebrate the American Cheese Month with Michael Landis, World Cheese Judge and Chris Johnson, Head Brewer for an educational journey as you sample five American Artisan Cheeses, each paired with a Six Ten Craft Beer. We selected the Ellsworth Cheese … Continue reading
Cider & Cheese Pairing – Cigar City Cider & Mead – Ybor
Join us in historic Ybor City to celebrate American Artisan Cheese Month with Michael Landis World Cheese Judge and Jared Gilbert Cider maker as we taste a carefully selected pairing of unique cheeses with handcrafted ciders. We will be serving … Continue reading
COMPLETE, ALL-DAY, CHEESE WEEKEND St. Louis MO
WEEKLY CHEESEMAKING CLASSES with Merryl Winstein, author of the SUCCESSFUL CHEESEMAKING® book. St. Louis, Missouri 63143 Sept 21-22, 2019, choose one day or both. Have fun getting your hands into a full array of traditional & professional cheese making methods … Continue reading