Registration is Open for ACS Annual Conference
Join us July 7-10, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky! Come for the Cheese, Stay for the Community.
Join ACS
ACS provides the cheese community with educational resources and networking opportunities while encouraging the highest standards of cheesemaking focused on safety and sustainability.
American Cheese Education Foundation
The ACEF mission is to raise funds to create educational access within the cheese industry.
Judging & Competition
The ACS Judging & Competition is a technical and aesthetic evaluation of American-made cheeses.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
American Cheese Education Foundation
The mission of the American Cheese Education Foundation (ACEF) is to raise funds to create educational access within the cheese industry.
Resources
What's happening
Cheese Industry Events
Upcoming deadlines and cheese industry events
2nd International Conference on Applied Science, Engineering and Technology
ACS Conference Registration Standard Pricing Deadline
Counter Culture Italia
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Jun. 15 — 17, 2026 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
2nd International Conference on Applied Science, Engineering and Technology
Conference Website: https://appliedscience2026. conplusmeetings. com/ The 2nd International conference on Applied Science, Engineering and Technology (ICAET2026), organized by Conplus Meeting will be held on June 15-17, 2026 in Florence, Italy. ICAET2026 represent vital gatherings that unite experts and enthusiasts from diverse disciplines worldwide. -
Tue, Jun. 16, 2026 All Day
ACS Conference Registration Standard Pricing Deadline
Last day to secure standard pricing to attend the American Cheese Society Annual Conference, taking place July 7-10, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky! Registration prices will increase on June 17. Come for the education and the cheese. -
Tue, Jun. 16, 2026 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Counter Culture Italia
Join Culture Magazine and the Italian Trade Agency for a day of tasting, learning, and exploring the rich traditions behind some of Italy's most celebrated cheeses. We'll cover production methods, flavor profiles, merchandising strategies, and more—all designed to help you bring fresh knowledge back to your counter.
