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The leader for American Cheese

Welcome to the American Cheese Society 

The American Cheese Society (ACS) is the leader in promoting and supporting American cheeses, providing the cheese industry with educational resources and networking opportunities, while encouraging the highest standards of cheesemaking focused on safety and sustainability. 

Our site offers resources, education, industry directories, and other valuable tools for cheese professionals and enthusiasts alike.

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Learn, Show Your Skills, Grow

ACS Programs and Events

The American Cheese Society has numerous programs and events for the cheese community that provides educational resources, networking opportunities, and opportunities to showcase your achievements in cheesemaking, cheesemongering, and more.  

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Conference

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-made cheeses.

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Competition

The American Cheese Society Judging & Competition is a technical and aesthetic evaluation of American-made cheeses. By hosting Judging & Competition, ACS shines the spotlight on American cheesemakers by showcasing their talents and work as leaders within the industry. 

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Certification

The American Cheese Society offers two industry certifications: ACS Certified Cheese Professional® (ACS CCP®) and ACS Certified Cheese Sensory Evaluator® (ACS CCSE®) that formally recognizes professional achievement at a national level

What's happening

Cheese Industry Events

Upcoming deadlines and cheese industry events

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Nov. 22 — 25, 2024 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Affinage: Techniques, Microbes and Facilities

Affinage: Explore the craft of cheesemaking, ripening, and grading cheese for sale from the point of view of the affineur. This combination of classroom instruction and discussion will include visits to local cheese aging spaces for a tour and discussion of affinage in practice. Complete details at www. dairyfoodsconsulting.
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Dec. 7 — 13, 2024 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Advanced Cheesemaking: Simplifying Difficult Cheeses

Advanced Cheesemaking is a 6 day intensive designed for cheesemakers who own or work for small-scale, licensed, commercial cheese businesses and want to expand product lines, experiment with new cultures and recipes, and improve quality.
Feb. 18 — 20, 2025 All Day

2025 Dairy Products Process & Packaging Innovation Conference

Industry experts will present on: Dairy trends & leadership perspectives Meeting consumer demand for health & wellness Advances in sustainability throughout the product chain Artificial intelligence & productivity tools Process & technology innovation New product innovations

All Events

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    Nov. 22 — 25, 2024 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Affinage: Techniques, Microbes and Facilities

    Affinage: Explore the craft of cheesemaking, ripening, and grading cheese for sale from the point of view of the affineur. This combination of classroom instruction and discussion will include visits to local cheese aging spaces for a tour and discussion of affinage in practice. Complete details at www. dairyfoodsconsulting.
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    Dec. 7 — 13, 2024 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Advanced Cheesemaking: Simplifying Difficult Cheeses

    Advanced Cheesemaking is a 6 day intensive designed for cheesemakers who own or work for small-scale, licensed, commercial cheese businesses and want to expand product lines, experiment with new cultures and recipes, and improve quality.
  • Feb. 18 — 20, 2025 All Day

    2025 Dairy Products Process & Packaging Innovation Conference

    Industry experts will present on: Dairy trends & leadership perspectives Meeting consumer demand for health & wellness Advances in sustainability throughout the product chain Artificial intelligence & productivity tools Process & technology innovation New product innovations

All Events

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