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The Life of Cheese: Crafting Food & Value in America

Posted on November 21, 2013 at 9:19 am.

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 →

Cheese Profile: Canadian Red Leaf Cheddar

Posted on March 26, 2015 at 11:06 am.

Written by Sarah Spira

By Marcella Wright, ACS CCP™ I spent the last several weeks in Georgia helping transition my parents into Assisted Living. While my mom and I waited for my dad to recover from hip surgery, I introduced her to several new … Continue reading →

ACS Lexicon & Glossary

Posted on February 1, 2018 at 12:15 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

Conference Tours

Posted on February 13, 2019 at 1:52 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

Exam Software and System Requirements

Posted on June 4, 2020 at 5:01 pm.

Written by Kristina Bobrowski

About the Software (Examsoft) We take the integrity and security of the CCP Exam® very seriously and have developed our exam processes, in-person proctoring techniques, and administration to reflect this dedication. ACS has partnered with ExamSoft, the world leader in … Continue reading →

Judging & Competition 2024 – Call for Entries

Posted on January 15, 2024 at 6:18 pm.

Written by Don Knox

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 →

Judging & Competition 2023 – Call for Entries

Posted on January 12, 2023 at 3:10 pm.

Written by Don Knox

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 →

COVID-19 Strategy Summit for Food & Restaurants

Posted on March 31, 2020 at 10:53 am.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

ACS Member Profiles

Posted on October 17, 2019 at 1:12 pm.

Written by Kristina Bobrowski

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 Enter

Posted on September 28, 2021 at 4:51 pm.

Written by Don Knox

The 2022 Judging & Competition is no longer accepting entries. Submissions for the 2023 Judging & Competition will open in January 2023. If you have any questions about entering the ACS Judging & Competition, please don’t hesitate to Contact Us. … Continue reading →

ACS T.A.S.T.E. TEST® – How to Apply

Posted on September 17, 2018 at 4:30 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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

Posted on September 13, 2018 at 3:59 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

Conference Educational Sessions

Posted on September 6, 2018 at 6:11 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 CCP® Exam – How to Apply

Posted on November 23, 2011 at 6:59 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

Cheese Definitions and Categories

Posted on March 3, 2011 at 5:23 pm.

Written by Adam Bundy

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 →

Bylaws of the American Cheese Society, Inc.

Posted on February 17, 2011 at 6:33 pm.

Written by Adam Bundy

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 →

Newsletter Archive

Posted on September 19, 2018 at 6:45 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

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Posted on July 17, 2019 at 9:58 am.

Written by Kristina Bobrowski

ACS 40 Years of Cheese DSM News Release 7.17.23

Posted on July 19, 2023 at 10:52 am.

Written by Don Knox

ACS Portland This Week News Release 7.18.22

Posted on July 18, 2022 at 11:05 am.

Written by Don Knox

ACS Portland News Release 3.3.22

Posted on March 3, 2022 at 4:35 pm.

Written by Don Knox

The L Word Listeria – FINAL PPT

Posted on August 10, 2016 at 2:11 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

The L Word Listeria – FINAL PPT

Media Room

Posted on February 14, 2011 at 1:25 am.

Written by Adam Bundy

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 →

A Visit To Von Trapp Farmstead

Posted on May 13, 2015 at 11:46 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

ACS 2024 Annual Conference

Posted on February 29, 2024 at 9:57 pm.

Written by Don Knox

Cheese For Real Buffalo, New York July 10-13, 2024 At the American Cheese Society Annual Conference, we celebrate a vibrant and growing market for world-class American-made cheeses. Our dedication to education keeps us strong in light of the … Continue reading →

American Cheese Education Foundation Webinar Archive

Posted on February 16, 2021 at 12:37 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

COVID-19 Resources

Posted on March 25, 2020 at 4:29 pm.

Written by Kristina Bobrowski

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 →

Cheese Profile: Rogue River Blue

Posted on October 28, 2013 at 8:03 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

By Marcella Wright, ACS Certified Cheese Professional It’s fall and for blue cheese fans, that means it’s Rogue River Blue time… I’ll just say it at the top of this profile, David Gremmels and Cary Bryant are two of my … Continue reading →

ACS Scholarships

Posted on February 21, 2011 at 7:19 pm.

Written by Adam Bundy

2024 Conference Scholarship For the 2024 Annual American Cheese Society Conference, ACEF will grant multiple general scholarships along with a variety of named scholarships to our community. There will be a mixture of full scholarships that cover registration, a travel … Continue reading →

Affinage: The Art and Science of Maturing Cheese

Posted on September 8, 2023 at 9:43 am.

Written by Adam Bundy

Learn the details of cheese maturing from facilities and equipment requirements, care, the life cycle of rind flora, how make processes relate to affinage, and more. Courses include classroom instruction, daily sensory analysis training for affineurs, and experiential learning including … Continue reading →

Travel & Lodging

Posted on March 7, 2023 at 9:30 pm.

Written by Don Knox

ACS ROOM BLOCKS We are excited to have you join the cheese community in Buffalo, NY for the ACS 2024 Annual Conference. The majority of conference functions and sessions for attendees will take place at the Buffalo Convention Center located … Continue reading →

Meet the Maker: Beehive Cheese

Posted on April 5, 2022 at 7:01 pm.

Written by Adam Bundy

Meet the Maker: Beehive Cheese Co. Join the CA Artisan Cheese Guild for our first virtual meet-up of the year! We will be meeting each month on zoom to share product and industry information, hear cheesemaker stories and partake in … Continue reading →

Habits Die Hard: Pent-Up Demand for Food Experiences in the COVID-19 Crisis

Posted on April 3, 2020 at 12:32 pm.

Written by Kristina Bobrowski

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 →

Enter the ACS Judging & Competition 2018

Posted on September 19, 2018 at 5:49 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

Industry Honors

Posted on January 22, 2018 at 9:32 am.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

Fiscalini Farmstead’s San Joaquin Gold & Vintage Bandage Cheddar

Posted on February 13, 2014 at 1:47 pm.

Written by Adam Bundy

By Marcella Wright, CCP On a recent trip to Los Angeles, I scored a substantial wedge of Award-Winning Fiscalini Bandage Cheddar. Made in the English tradition by Cheesemaker Mariano Gonzalez under the watchful eye of third generation dairy farmer, John Fiscalini. … Continue reading →

American Cheese Society Annual Conference

Posted on February 14, 2011 at 1:24 am.

Written by Adam Bundy

As an industry and a professional association, we gather each year to celebrate and tackle challenges together. At the American Cheese Society Annual Conference, we celebrate a vibrant and growing market for world-class American-manufactured cheeses. Our dedication to … Continue reading →

Classified Ads

Posted on March 25, 2011 at 7:53 pm.

Written by Sarah Spira

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 →

Artisan Cheesemakers Winter Conference

Posted on January 29, 2024 at 10:31 am.

Written by Adam Bundy

This two-day virtual/online event hosted by the Vermont Cheese Council is designed to provide exposure to new ideas and educational experiences for artisan cheesemakers – to help them advance their cheesemaking and business practices, as well as our industry as … Continue reading →

The Big Cheese: A Manager’s Toolkit

Posted on January 4, 2024 at 10:50 am.

Written by Adam Bundy

A deep dive course at Mons Formation in France for cheese department managers and specialty shop owners. This course covers sourcing cheese, inventory management, margin calculation, staff training, recall protocols, the science of cheese paper, receiving/inspecting/triaging cheese in retail. Hands-on … Continue reading →

ACS Webinar: Food Safety Culture – What Is It and Where Do I Begin?

Posted on October 2, 2023 at 12:32 pm.

Written by Don Knox

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 →

2024 Official Conference Cheesemongers

Posted on April 18, 2023 at 9:37 am.

Written by Don Knox

Meet the 2024 Official Conference Cheesemongers (OCCs). This team is a vital part of making ACS Annual Conference successful! PAST OFFICIAL CONFERENCE CHEESEMONGERS 2023 Liz Steeves, ACS C.C.P® Nicole Pinch, ACS C.C.P® Austin Banach, ACS C.C.P® Kyra … Continue reading →

Artisan Cheesemakers Winter Conferece

Posted on February 9, 2022 at 1:30 pm.

Written by Don Knox

This virtual/online event is designed to provide exposure to new ideas and educational experiences for artisan cheesemakers – to help them advance their cheesemaking and business practices, as well as our industry as a whole. While our content focuses on … Continue reading →

Mozzarella and its Cousins

Posted on February 7, 2022 at 11:25 am.

Written by Adam Bundy

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

Posted on February 7, 2022 at 11:24 am.

Written by Adam Bundy

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 →

Supporting Sponsor

Posted on April 22, 2021 at 11:25 pm.

Written by Don Knox

Number Available Unlimited PRE-SHOW Website Recognition Logo PRE-SHOW Conference Event Guide Recognition Quarter-page full color and logo inside PRE-SHOW Conference Promotional E-Mails –weekly Logo PRE-SHOW News Emails — up to 15 Name PRE-SHOW Social Media Acknowledgment — Group 1 DURING … Continue reading →

Bronze Sponsor

Posted on April 22, 2021 at 11:23 pm.

Written by Don Knox

Number Available 20 PRE-SHOW Website Recognition Logo PRE-SHOW Conference Event Guide Recognition Quarter-page full color and logo inside PRE-SHOW Conference Gift Box One flyer PRE-SHOW Conference Promotional E-Mails –weekly Logo PRE-SHOW News Emails — up to 15 Name PRE-SHOW Social … Continue reading →

Silver Sponsor

Posted on April 22, 2021 at 11:21 pm.

Written by Don Knox

Number Available 10 PRE-SHOW Website Recognition Logo PRE-SHOW Conference Event Guide Recognition Half-page full-color and logo inside PRE-SHOW Conference Gift Box One flyer PRE-SHOW Conference Promotional E-Mails –weekly Logo PRE-SHOW News Emails — up to 15 Name PRE-SHOW Social Media … Continue reading →

Gold Sponsor

Posted on April 22, 2021 at 11:18 pm.

Written by Don Knox

Number Available 8 PRE-SHOW Website Recognition Logo PRE-SHOW Conference Event Guide Recognition Half-page full-color and logo inside PRE-SHOW Conference Gift Box One item PRE-SHOW Conference Promotional E-Mails –weekly Logo PRE-SHOW News Emails — up to 15 Logo PRE-SHOW Social Media … Continue reading →

Platinum Sponsor

Posted on April 22, 2021 at 11:17 pm.

Written by Don Knox

Number Available 4 PRE-SHOW Website Recognition Linkable logo PRE-SHOW Conference Event Guide Recognition Full-page full-color and logo inside PRE-SHOW Conference Gift Box One item PRE-SHOW Conference Promotional E-Mails –weekly Logo PRE-SHOW News Emails — up to 15 Logo PRE-SHOW Social … Continue reading →