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
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American Cheese Society Resources
The American Cheese Society is dedicated to providing its members, industry professionals, and cheese enthusiasts with educational resources. Whether you are seeking information about best practices in cheesemaking, hoping to get a better understanding of the terms used in the … Continue reading
Media Room
General Media Inquiries and Interview Requests 720-328-2788 | Contact Us Recent Releases & Updates 7/19/2023: “St. Malachi,” an Alpine-Style Cheese from Pennslyvania, Named First Place Best of Show at 2023 American Cheese Society Judging & Competition 7/17/2023: Cheese Pros Descend … Continue reading
HACCP Plan Development for Food Processors
Discover the basic concepts of HACCP and how to develop a plan for your company This three-day workshop will take you through the steps for writing and implementing an intelligent and effective HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) plan. Because … 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
2024 Avian Flu Updates and FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Avian Influenza Outbreak Impact on Dairy Cows and Cheese Safety Overview and Current Implications While dairy cows are not typically susceptible to avian influenza, detecting the virus in dairy herds can still affect milk production and … 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
Membership FAQs
What’s the distinction between being an INDIVIDUAL and an ORGANIZATIONAL member of ACS? Individual Membership is designed for industry professionals who seek educational opportunities, networking, online resources, and professional development opportunities for personal growth and career advancement. An Individual Membership … 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
Eligibility Criteria for ACS Certifications
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
Cheese Definitions and Categories
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
ACS Lexicon & Glossary
The ACS Cheese and Dairy Product Lexicon and Glossary (ACS Lexicon & Glossary) aims to facilitate conversations across the supply chain of cheese by creating a credible, modern resource that provides a greater understanding of the myriad ways in which … Continue reading
Montréal Fromagiers
by Liz Campbell For many North Americans, meat comes on a Styrofoam tray, bread comes from a plastic bag and cheese comes in a pretty plastic package – and all of these come from a giant building called a supermarket. … 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
Food Safety Plan Coaching Workshop
• Description of the workshop: This coaching workshop is offered throughout the country and 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 … Continue reading
Food Safety Plan Coaching Workshops
The Food Safety Plan Coaching Workshop sis a 2-day coaching workshop offered throughout the country and is intended for Artisan Cheese and Dairy Food Producers who are preparing to create, or are already developing, a Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) … Continue reading
Membership Levels
ACS offers various membership levels to fit you or your company’s needs! Professionals in the cheese and related industries may join at the Professional Level as a Producer or Trade Affiliate. Student and Enthusiast memberships at the Associate Level are … Continue reading
Member Profile: Surfing Goat Dairy
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
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
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
Member Profile: Arethusa Farm
By Matthew Spiegler Dairy farming and haute-couture may not intersect very often, but at Arethusa Farm, in Litchfield, CT, two executives from Manolo Blahnik — makers of shoes coveted by the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker — have transformed what … Continue reading
2024 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 … 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
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
A Visit To Von Trapp Farmstead
By Matthew Spiegler Recently, I had the opportunity to visit a top creamery on the Vermont cheese scene: Von Trapp Farmstead, in Waitsfield, VT, in the north-central area of the state. I was on my way to the Cellars At Jasper Hill, … Continue reading
Official Conference Cheesemongers
2024 OCC Applications are closed 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 conference … Continue reading
ACS Presents: The Code Red Series
“This is a code red for humanity. The alarm bells are deafening, and the evidence is irrefutable.” – The UN Secretary-General AntĂłnio Guterres The American Cheese Society presents The Code Red Series From makers to mongers, … Continue reading
Mozzarella and its Cousins
Professional development course designed and led by Maria Sarnataro, professional instructor about cheese and wine On this course you will learn how to make pasta filata cheeses: mozzarella and burrata. It takes place at two traditional dairies in the province … Continue reading
Mozzarella and its Cousins
Professional development course designed and led by Maria Sarnataro, professional instructor about cheese and wine On this course you will learn how to make pasta filata cheeses: mozzarella and burrata. It takes place at two traditional dairies in the province … Continue reading
Mozzarella & its Cousins
Professional development course designed and led by Maria Sarnataro, professional instructor about cheese and wine On this course you will learn how to make pasta filata cheeses: mozzarella and burrata. It takes place at two traditional dairies in the provinces of Salerno … Continue reading
Mozzarella & its Cousins
Professional development course designed and led by Maria Sarnataro, professional instructor about cheese and wine On this course you will learn how to make pasta filata cheeses: mozzarella and burrata. It takes place at two traditional dairies in the provinces of Salerno … Continue reading
Domain 2: Operations
Facilities A. Sanitary design B. Zones C. Climate controlled environments D. Milk processing and storage facilities E. Cheesemaking facilities F. Cheese ripening environments and aging facilities G. Packing rooms H. Finished product storage, preparation, and sale Equipment and utensils A. … Continue reading
Committees and Advisory Panels
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
Industry Honors
The American Cheese Society bestows awards upon individuals based on contributions to the industry, the support and promotion of American cheese, and volunteer service to the association. Nominations are now open and winners will be announced at the 2024 ACS … Continue reading
Fundamentals of Food Science
This course covers the core concepts of Food Science and will be held from June 27, 2022—to July 1, 2022. It is designed for technical personnel from other disciplines (chemistry, biology, engineering) and non-technical personnel who have little or no … 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
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
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
Preventive Controls for Human Foods – Dairy Foods Processing
The Preventive Controls for Human Foods – Dairy Foods Processing course provides standardized training for Preventive Controls Qualified Individuals (PQCIs) to meet the FDA requirements of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). In addition to the Food Safety and Preventive … Continue reading
Advocacy & Engagement
The American Cheese Society engages with regulators and other key stakeholders on a regular basis to advance issues of importance to our members and the industry. This work keeps American cheesemakers, and particularly traditional cheesemaking practices, top-of-mind for industry decision-makers. … Continue reading
Cheese Industry Scholarships
There are a number of industry scholarships available for members of the American Cheese Society community, offering enhanced educational opportunities in the United States and beyond. If you are a cheese professional looking for a great scholarship opportunity, we encourage … Continue reading
Education & Opportunities
Find ways to get involved with ACS and the cheese industry here! Check out our educational programming, post your own events to the Industry Events Calendar, search for employment opportunities, explore our directories and Classifieds listings, and learn about volunteer … Continue reading
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Cultured Dairy Products Short Course
Gain knowledge of the materials and processes used to make cultured dairy products. This 3-day course begins with an overview of cultured product processing, dairy ingredients, and starter cultures. These principles are applied in lectures on the manufacture of cream … Continue reading
Cultured Dairy Products Short Course
To gain knowledge of the materials and processes used to make cultured dairy products. This 3-day course begins with an overview of cultured product processing, dairy ingredients, and starter cultures. These principles are applied in lectures on the manufacture of … Continue reading
Yogurts, Fermented Milks and Probiotic Dairy Products
This course, organized by the California Dairy Innovation Center, in collaboration with the Dairy Council of California and the California Dairy Research Foundation, is hosted by UC Davis. It is tailored for health professionals, product developers, R&D, production and marketing … Continue reading