Articles by American Cheese Society

ACS: Cellars At Jasper Hill's 'Winnimere' Takes Best Of Show

August 5, 2013 American Cheese Society

Winnimere from Cellars at Jasper Hill in Vermont was named “Best of Show” among 1,794 entries at the American Cheese Society’s (ACS) 2013 Judging & Competition. The results were announced in a ceremony on Friday, Aug. 2 at the 30th Anniversary ACS Conference in Madison, Wis. Grafton Village Cheese, also in Vermont, was awarded 2nd place overall for Bear Hill. Bleu Mont Dairy in Wisconsin tied itself for 3rd place overall for Bandaged Cheddar and Big Sky Grana. …

CFIA: Certain Ballarini Brand Gorgonzola Cheese May Contain Listeria

August 5, 2013 Canadian Food Inspection Agency

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Jan K Overweel Ltd. are warning the public not to consume the Ballarini brand Gorgonzola cheese products described below because the products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. …

Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program Awards College Scholarships

August 5, 2013 Mid-Atlantic Dairy Association

The Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program has awarded its 2013 Dairy Science Scholarship to Rose Guerrette, a student at Delaware Valley College, and its 2013 Food Marketing Scholarship to Christine Toner, a student at Saint Joseph’s University. …

Hanford, CA Dairy Serves Up An Alternative To Cow's Milk: Goat's Milk

August 5, 2013 Robert Rodriguez, The Fresno Bee

The central San Joaquin Valley is easily the state's leading producer of milk. But not all that milk is from cows. Hanford couple Johnnie and Anneke de Jong have carved out a niche in the flourishing goat milk industry. Their family-run operation — Summerhill Goat Dairy — has swelled over the years from about 200 goats to 2,000. …

The Greek Gods Brand Introduces Honey Salted Caramel To Yogurt Lineup

August 5, 2013 The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.

Combining sweet flavors with a savory twist, The Greek Gods® brand has introduced Honey Salted Caramel Yogurt.  Taste of honey and caramel along with a salty edge create a dreamy, creamy combination sure to become a new customer favorite. This new flavor will be available in their convenient 24 oz. family-sized yogurt lineup. Enjoy with fresh fruit, granola or great as a frosting for cupcakes or quick breads. …