2022 American Cheese Society Competition

Entry Deadline: January 16, 2022
2022 American Cheese Society Competition
Contact Information
Venue / Location

Huntington Bank Stadium
420 SE 23rd Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota

General Information

Judging – May 19-20, 2022

Winners Announced – July 20-23, 2022 (at the 39th ACS Annual Conference, Portland, Oregon)

The ACS Competition shines the spotlight on American cheesemakers by showcasing their talents and work as leaders within the industry, both for their excellent cheesemaking and commitment to food safety.

Growing from just 89 entries 37 years ago, the ACS J&C welcomed cheeses and cultured dairy products from 257 companies in 2019, when it was last held in Richmond, Virginia. Competing entries represented 35 U.S. states, 4 Canadian provinces, Mexico, and Brazil. The ACS awarded a total of 433 awards including 139 gold medals, 143 silver medals and 151 bronze medals. The 2022 event is expected to receive 1500 entries in 120 categories.

By hosting the Judging & Competition, ACS hopes to shine the spotlight on American cheesemakers by showcasing their talents and work as leaders within the industry, both for their excellent cheesemaking and commitment to food safety.

ACS celebrates and respects the craft of every cheesemaker who enters the ACS Judging & Competition. It is the ACS members’ efforts that continue to collectively advance the quality and character of American cheeses.

Entry Fees

Per Entry Fee – $75.00 (Now thru December 17, 2021)
Per Entry Fee – $100.00 (December 18, 2021 thru January 16, 2022)

Prizes / Awards / Medals / Ribbons

Gold Medals
Silver Medals
Bronze Medals

Contests Competitions & Challenges

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