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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

Oct. 14 — 18, 2024 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Affinage: The Art and Science of Maturing Cheese

Affinage is an art apart. This course covers the infrastructure, tools and equipment, and techniques used by French affineurs to mature all styles of cheese. Students work in the caves at Mons Fromager-Affineur alongside the Mons staff. Classroom work and experiential learning are key components.
Tue, Oct. 22, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

ACS Webinar: Shaping the Future of Artisan Cheese Through Today's Consumer Trends

Join ACS for a webinar at 12pm MT/1pm CT/2pm ET on Tuesday, October 22nd. Based on the latest Mintel consumer insights and supported by industry developments, Melanie and Greg will examine trends in marketing, packaging and flavors/ingredients to identify tangible marketplace opportunities for artisan cheese producers and sellers.
Oct. 29 — 30, 2024 All Day

Dairy Plant Food Safety Workshop-Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy

The Dairy Plant Food Safety Workshop is designed to help dairy processing facilities improve pathogen control practices including PEM, sanitation, and sanitary design.

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  • Oct. 14 — 18, 2024 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

    Affinage: The Art and Science of Maturing Cheese

    Affinage is an art apart. This course covers the infrastructure, tools and equipment, and techniques used by French affineurs to mature all styles of cheese. Students work in the caves at Mons Fromager-Affineur alongside the Mons staff. Classroom work and experiential learning are key components.
  • Tue, Oct. 22, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

    ACS Webinar: Shaping the Future of Artisan Cheese Through Today's Consumer Trends

    Join ACS for a webinar at 12pm MT/1pm CT/2pm ET on Tuesday, October 22nd. Based on the latest Mintel consumer insights and supported by industry developments, Melanie and Greg will examine trends in marketing, packaging and flavors/ingredients to identify tangible marketplace opportunities for artisan cheese producers and sellers.
  • Oct. 29 — 30, 2024 All Day

    Dairy Plant Food Safety Workshop-Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy

    The Dairy Plant Food Safety Workshop is designed to help dairy processing facilities improve pathogen control practices including PEM, sanitation, and sanitary design.

All Events

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