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Events

Artisanal Cheese, Bread & Honey Tour, Garfagnana, Tuscany, 16 — 23 June 2013,  As a food professional in the cheese industry, I wanted you to know about a small group tour which only happens once a year in June. This culinary tour features experiences centered around artisanal cheese and cheese-making and also bread-making and honey processing specific to Tuscany.  There are still places available on our small group tour.  We currently have a cheese course in development for food professionals. Sign up for our mailing list on our website to be notified when we will offer it next.  Below is an overview of the tour, and more detail can be found at this link: http://www.sapori-e-saperi.com/tours-a-courses/56-cheese-bread-a-honey

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7th Annual Washington County, New York Cheese Tour, The Biggest Cheese Tour in the US, Saturday and Sunday, September 7th and 8th, 2013, 10am to 4pm, Six of the most creative farmstead cheese makers in the Northeast will open their farms to the public.  On a self-guided tour, visitors will drive through rolling hills and bucolic countryside using a special cheese-lover's map. Visitors can sample each farm's cheeses while experiencing the region's longstanding cheese making traditions.  Special activities include cheese making demos, tours of the facilities and educational demonstrations.  Visit www.washingtoncountycheese.com to obtain further information, as well as links to area food and lodging options.

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Join us in Lyle, WA Saturday, September 21, 2013 for the 2nd Annual NW Homesteading Fair.  Amanda Richards will be offering a free dairy-working class, learn how to make butter, ice cream, yogurt, and 30 minute mozzarella!   Another class will cover making goat milk soap.  Classes are free, we want to share our knowledge and help you become more self-sufficient!  More information will be posted:  http://nwhomesteadingfair.wordpress.com/

For Sale

52 Gallon C. Van’t Riet Vat Pasteurizer.  Bought new in 2011. Extremely accurate and reliable temperature probes and control system.  Complete system including chart recorder with temperature probes, stainless steel plate heat exchanger so unit can be heated by a hot water boiler, which is very efficient to run.  Circulator pump, hoses, whey collection bin, leak detect valve, curd cutter, curd collector, stainless measuring stick and air space heater.  System checked by NH Dept. of Health on monthly basis.  Located in NH and used for fresh goat and cow cheese.  $20,000 or BRO.  Includes training on how to use and proper setup.  Please contact Julie at 603-831-0534.  e-mail countrycrittersfarm@gmail.com  Located in Winchester, NH You can see pictures on our Facebook page at Country Critters Farm.

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Dairy Heritage 1000 Lb. vat for sale.  Lift off agitators, low sheer agitation, no corner stirring, variable speed control.  Recirculating hot water heat, 304 stainless steel.  Used for two seasons (7 months) two to three times per week.  Includes cheese knives. Excellent conditions. $13,800.  Nortiz condensing tankless gas water heater with all associated copper piping, pumps, gauges and mixers.  Allows precision control temperature.  Used with above vat; will sell as complete package with vat.  System designed by Neville Mc Naughton, Cheezsorce.  Complete package $16,000.  Contact karen@lubbersfarm.com

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Authentic Dutch cheesmaking equipment. Cheese vat 600 liter (wood on the outside, stainless steel on the inside). Cheese press (partly wood), Cheese molds etc. The equipment is still used on a dairy/cheese farm in Holland and works great. Everything according food safety regulations in Holland. A perfect set for a starting cheesemaker. Can be shipped worldwide. For info and photo's: j_vermeltfoort@hotmail.com

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30 gallon pasteurizer for sale in Maine. This unit works perfectly, and includes Anderson recorder, all thermometers, extra charts, pen inks, curd collector, stainless measuring stick, and stainless curd harp. electrical panel is included. Price is $12,000.00, and unit must be picked up here. The price for a new one is $22,000! Please call 207-639-2074.

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Cheese harp.  Cutting depth 10 inches x 6 inches wide.  Stainless steel.  Cutting 'wires' at ½ inch spacing.  $120 + post.  Photo & more details from davidbee@mts.net

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3000-5000 Litre Plava Cream Separator and Milk Cleaner, self cleaning. Year: 2004. Fully reconditioned with spare parts and new control panel.  Due to the fact that we represent PLAVA in the UK, full technical support will be provided.  Tel: 07847955125

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150 gallon milk keeper in very good condition.  In use until November when the cows were sold.  Located in Washington, Maine.  $2500.00.  Please call 207-845-2077 or email SecondDraughtFarm@gmail.com

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Alfa Laval 372 cream separator, built 1991, runs good, bowl is very clean, max output is 6,000 lbs per hour, but you can turn it down if needed, please contact me at sales@ancoequipment.com,  www.ancoequipment.com

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Wheeler cheese press for sale.  Press is in excellent shape with all parts included.  Asking $175 or B/O.  Send email to bboutot@hotmail.com for pictures or offers.

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Pasteurizer for Cheese.  Heat Exchanger KMA  3.000 Ltr/Hour2)- Holding Tube For 5min but can be reduced  because it is adjustable.  Very good condition.  New parts at fair pricing.  Fully reconditioned.  http://www.dairymachineryuk.co.uk/pasteurizers-and-heat-exchanges/   Contact Thomas Tsakas  dairymachineryuk@yahoo.co.uk

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240 Gallon Bulk Milk Tank.  We have a 240 gallon "Solar" brand Milk Minder bulk tank for sale, with compressor. Good shape and works fine.  (See photos at http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&ad=23293209&cat=98)  The tank is currently still installed - so you can see it working if you like.  You will need to uninstall (or have someone do it, or work something out with us). The tank is currently installed about 10 feet from the compressor, and you can have as much of the attached copper pipe as you want, as well as the coolant. Southern Utah.  Asking $2,000. Questions-  dj@jackrabbitcheese.com

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Used- Jackson Commercial Dishwasher Conserver XL, 12 Kadova Gouda Cheese Molds size 2.2Kilo,  2 Bay Stainless Sink, many plastic racks for aging and trolleys.  Please email Karen at kgetz@gmavt.net for more information and pricing.  Located in Vermont.

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Yogurt/Cheese processing plant, moveable, in a semi-trailer.  Just plug in power, water, and oil and you are ready to make yogurt or cheese!  Space is divided into 28x8 processing space, 11x8 walk-in cooler, 9x8 incubation/ storage room.  Included: vat pasteurizer, 220 gal with all instrumentation and leak-detect valve; Tindall Packaging Model 772 filling machine; 2 boilers @ 190k btu (one with coil for hot water); 2 HP water-cooled cooler compressor; 3 HP air-cooled cooler compressor, 3-bay wash sink, 3/4" water piping throughout, electrical in conduit.  Processes approx 800 gal milk/ week. $75,000.  20% deposit to hold, balance on pickup.  Contact Paul at Sidehill Farm, 413 522 9073; paul@sidehillfarm.net

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Hand thrown and decorated Pottery Butter Churns! Size range from 1 pint to 1 gallon.  They come with an Oak dasher.  Great project or decoration. Choose from churns I have on hand or I can custom make the one that would be "perfect" for you.  Many colors to choose from.  Go to www.freshwellpottery.com or for questions, e-mail: freshwellpottery@windstream.net

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Custom built professional dutch style presses.  http://www.kentwalkercheese.com/press  1,2, or 4 Pistons.  Capable of pressing 100 or more lbs of cheese per piston.  Lasts a lifetime!

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30 gallon pasteurizer-"The Vat"- one year old, used 5 months-chart recorder with digital airspace and product thermometer, additional 90 degree stainless product elbow and clamps $20,000 ($22,000 new) also, 3 new stainless milk cans & 220 soft cheese molds.  Call Michael in the Hudson Valley, NY  (717) 891-5641

Family Milk Cow For Sale,  2 year old Jersey, just had first calf.  Beautiful condition, halter trained, with a curious & gentle personality.  Asking $1200 for her and $50 for her bull calf.  Located in Brasher/Massena area of NY.  Call (315)769-6469 with questions or email papamc2004@yahoo.com

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All ages of gentle Jerseys for sale in Emmett, Idaho.  Contact Lorie -  goodjerseys@speedyquick.net or call (208)365-8835

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Organically raised Miniature Jersey and miniature Holstein heifers for sale.  Making cheese/yogurt/butter from milk from your own miniature Holstein or miniature Jersey cows is wonderful. Occasionally we do have a fresh cow for sale as well. To approved homes only.  Please contact triplehranchtexas@wildblue.net for pictures and more information. Located in NE Texas.  Delivery possible.

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Two pure- bred Nubian kids, born May 31, 2012 for sale.  Buckling is brown with black points.  Doeling is light brown, white top knot, flashy spots on her leg and side.  Both are disbudded and UTD on shots.  Both can be registered and come from excellent bloodline.  Asking $100 for the buckling & $200 for the doeling.   Located in upstate New York.  Call Michele at 518-692-8220 for more information and/or photos.

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Bipolar cheese maker (nope, not kidding) created an app for any other cheese makers/friends who may suffer from a little depression, anxiety, etc.  $.99 at the App store--this app is absolutely unbelievable!  Try it, it will change your life! Check it out at MoodWatchApp.com.

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Unique handmade jewelry and figurines featuring many animals, but especially Dairy Goats! Dairy Cows and Sheep available too. Please visit my Etsy Store at  www.etsy.com/shop/ChevreFeuille  or  email me at  chevrefeuille@mindspring.com

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Creative Labels of Vermont has been printing cheese labels for some of the finest Cheese Makers in our area since 1983. A Family owned and operated Flexographic printing company; we also do Digital printing for short runs. All custom quotes are free! Call 800-639-7092. Check us out online at www.clov.com or http://m.clov.com/zara-mobile. Tell your customer service rep Zara sent you, and receive 2 free plates (a $60 value) for new customers.

Jobs and Employment

NORTHEAST

Cheesemaking Internship at The Sandwich Creamery, in North Sandwich, NH.  Minimum commitment Memorial Day thru Labor Day.  E-mail sandwichcreamery@aol.com for more information.  Application available on our website - www.sandwichcreamery.com

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Experienced cheese maker wanted for Southern Vermont artisan cheese company, Maplebrook Farm.  Responsibilities include: making cheeses we currently sell and developing new products, packaging finished products, managing small staff, and ensuring the environment is clean, safe, and sanitary. Should be a positive team player. Preference given to individual with experience in crafting Mediterranean and Italian style cheeses.  Salary commensurate with experience and benefits  included. Respond with cover letter and resume to sarah@mountainmozzarella.com. More info at http://www.maplebrookvt.com/.

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Assistant Dairy Manager & Cheese Maker; Appleton Farms (Ipswich, Massachusetts) seeks a year-round Assistant Dairy Manager & Cheese Maker to make butter, cheese and yogurt and manage key aspect of the dairy retail operation.  Experience with pasteurization and cheese making required; butter and yogurt experience preferred. Housing available. Competitive salary and benefits. Full job description at:  www.ttor.org/about-us/employment/current-openings.  Email resume and cover letter to Scott Rowe: srowe@ttor.org.

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Expand our cheese making operation; we currently have a retail store in the Hartford, Ct area that features wine, beer, cheese and soda making supplies. The Hartford area is ripe for an expanded cheese offerings and classes.   We are looking forward to retirement.  If you are interested in owning this type of business,   Contact bwmwct@cs.com  or  860 247-2969.

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Small goat dairy producer searching for a cheesemaker willing to share fifty-fifty in an artisan cheese venture located in Stowe, Vermont.  Kaiser Farm currently milks a herd of 60 mixed-breed goats, shipping fluid milk.  The farmer wishes to develop on- farm production of raw aged cheeses, with potential for adding fresh and pasteurized cheeses as the business develops.  Applicants should have proven business, marketing, and cheese making skills, and be able to work independently.  Farm experience is desirable also.  Housing available. Christine Kaiser, 802-253-8222  Or, send cover letter and resume to:  1148 Nebraska Valley Road, Stowe, VT 05672

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Assistant Cheesemaker and Plant Assistant at Appleton Farms in Ipswich Mass. is seeking a full time assistant in our newly opened cheese plant. Duties include all aspects of assisting in cheese and yogurt making, also plant clean up and maintenance.  The successful applicant will be also driving a small milk truck and assisting with milk bottling 2 days per week. Email jmiller@ttor.org or phone 978-356-5728 ext. 17

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Nobscot Artisan Cheese in Framingham, MA is looking for an apprentice who wants to learn the art and science of cheese making.  For more info - http://www.nobscotcheese.com/apprenticeship.html or call 508-433-0662

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Looking for cheese maker for small plant in MA, just outside of Boston. Experience with VAT pasteurizer a plus, mozzarella making even better. Please contact us thru the website www.mozzarellahouse.com

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Lisa at Rainbeau Ridge Farm in Westchester, NY is looking for a cheesemaker to work with her.  Contact: lisa@rainbeauridge.com

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MIDWEST

Cheese Making/Dairy Internship.  Small artisan goat dairy in southeastern PA is looking for a farm intern.  We are looking for a person who possesses the ability to wear many hats and appreciates the benefits of hands on learning.  Responsibilities would include but not be limited to cheese making, milking, attending farmers markets, herd management, cheese work, deliveries, and cleaning.  This is a full time position and includes housing, 2 meals and a stipend. Looking for at least a six month commitment.  Send resume to goatfarmer1@gmail.com

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Capriole, a commercial goat dairy/cheeseplant in southern IN, is seeking a herd manager with experience managing a commercial goat or cow dairy. Please send resume. Contact Judy Schad at 812.923.9201 or e-mail her at caprioleinc@aol.com

Miscellaneous

We are a family of three wanting to move off our homestead in Kansas to run a farm/ranch full-time. Our ideal situation would be an already established organic farm in a warmer climate. We are college educated, been gardening all our lives, and ready to make the move to a longer growing season. We are open to do a direct purchase, crop share, co-own and operate etc. We are energetic, highly motivated self-starters with extensive know-how and experience with organic/biodynamic/sustainable/permaculture techniques, growing and marketing, cheese making dairy/meat goats, sheep, equine, and poultry and basic maintenance to manage a farm.  Contact: Angela Rothweiler, greenergirl@gmail.com, Simple Food- http://www.localharvest.org/farms/M32512

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Seeking a business partner.  I have 200 acres located NW Illinois; I have a Jersey and sheep. I have access to goat milk. I would like to open cheesemaking classes; the partner part is your knowledge of making cheese.  Contact me at 815-312-0912 or email me - deborah-371@hotmail.com

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Looking for small goat dairy partner and soulmate.  I would like to set up a small goat dairy in any part of the country. I am looking for a partner who is willing to share such a venture fifty-fifty. Goals include semi-retired ease of living while enjoying all the joy and challenge that goats and cheese making bring. Get in touch at tfliveright@gmail.com.

Real Estate

Next Generation Farm Ownership Opportunity.  Dairy/Cheese/Composting Farm Business.  Opportunity: The owner of a diversified dairy/cheese/composting farm business in central Massachusetts is willing to provide a "young entrepreneur" with the opportunity to be the next generation owner.   Well established markets are in place for both the cheese and the compost.   The owner is willing to consider owner financing toward the ultimate purchase.  Qualifications: The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their ability to transition from worker, to manager to owner from all aspects of business operations. The candidate can be an individual or could be a couple.  For Questions: Please email smithscountrycheese@verizon.net.  Additional Information can be found at: https://www.farmcrediteast.com/Knowledge-Exchange/Member-News/20120530-Farm-Ownership.aspx

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Wanted to buy or lease a medium or small  size cheese manufacturing plant anywhere on the East Coast of the United States;  if anyone is interested to sell, please contact me at Guillermo Molina, Email - usmolina@live.com or TL- 646-942-2107

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76 acre non-certified organic and biodynamic family farm & ranch is for sale in Wood County, East Texas.  Husband and wife sellers are willing to stay/live on-site to teach/advise you how to become a successful sustainable Rancher/Farmer.  This property is next to nothing for privacy and close to everything for convenience.  Our farm leases an additional 60 Acres in the neighborhood.   Only $998,000, grab your cowboy hat and head for TEXAS!  For more info click here.  903-629-3034  chef@southerngrace.biz

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Manchego cheese factory for sale.  It is located in "La Mancha" (Spain);  10,000 squared metres plot;  (2,000 squared metres built in 1998);  Contact: amorrosillo@gmail.com

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Clover Mead Farm.  Rare opportunity to purchase successful Artisan Cheese Business!  Profitable, established cheese-making enterprise in New York's Adirondacks. Solid reputation. Great cheeses. Turnkey operation. Owner wishes to retire. Sale price of $185,000 (negotiable). Certifiable organic dairy farm available separately. Photos, etc. at https://clovermeadcheesefarm.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/clover-mead-farm-cheesemaking-business-for-sale/
Contact owner's rep: Tracy Frisch, tracyf@fastermac.net, 518/692-8242

Services

The National Livestock Producers Association (NLPA) Sheep & Goat Fund is a revolving fund with the sole purpose of assisting and improving the sheep and goat industries in the United States.  Visit www.SheepandGoatFund.com for more information.

Wanted

Wanted to Buy:  100 to 150 gallon vat pasteurizer for cheesemaking. Catherine Glomski, Hubbard Lake, MI,  989 727-2292,  caglomski@hotmail.com

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Used dairy equipment wanted to include small cheese vat, bulk milk tank, pasteurizer.  Please contact Barbara at orchardhill@embarqmail.com  or call 804-922-3342

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Used aluminum or stainless 5 gallon/20 liter milk containers wanted.  Please respond bprezant@uw.edu, thanks!

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John at the Brattleboro Co-op in Vermont is looking for a small (24" wide more or less) glass refrigerated counter top display unit to present his special cheeses. Call him at co-op- (802) 257-0236 x 7

Willing to Trade

Workshops and Classes

CALIFORNIA

South Bay School of Cooking (in the greater Los Angeles area) Spend a morning making luscious home made cheese with the simple ingredients of milk, buttermilk, cream and the secret ingredients only a cheese maker would know. We'll make a wonderful fresh Italian ricotta--you'll never want store bought again, California style goat cheese with fresh herbs, a rich and creamy mascarpone, and hand pulled mozzarella.  We offer this class about every 8 weeks.    Annette Gallardo, Chef/Owner  (310) 350-3772 www.southbayschoolofcooking.com

COLORADO

Mountain Goat Lodge B & B, in Sunny Salida, Colorado, 19 acre dairy goat farm, cheese and goat care classes given. Check us out at: 9582 Hwy 285 North Salida, CO 81201, 719- 539-7173, 877- 495-GOAT (4628), www.mountaingoatlodge.com

GEORGIA

Smokey Hollow Farms offers 3 different levels of cheese making classes, Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced.  Click here -  www.smokeyhollowfarms.com for all scheduled classes and times!  Goat Husbandry Classes!  We offer 2 Goat Husbandry classes at Smokey Hollow Farms.  “Goats 101” and “Goat Keeping – A Natural Approach”   Click here - www.smokeyhollowfarms.com for all scheduled classes and times!

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Peter Dixon Soft-Ripened Cheese Workshop,  Many Fold Farm,  Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia,  April 17-19, 2013.  Fabrication of washed-rind cheeses and Camembert-style cheeses using sheep's milk, including instruction on starter culture selection and affinage.  Peter Dixon has been making cheese and dairy foods commercially in Vermont for the past 30 years and has consulted on dairy foods all over the world.  Visit www.manyfoldfarm.com for details and registration information.

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Artisanal Cheesemaking Class.  Think you might want to become a farmstead cheesemaker and make award-winning cheese?  Check out our two-day artisanal cheesemaking classes at Nature's Harmony Farm in Georgia!  Classes are semi-private events limited to four people per class.  By keeping the size intimate, you can take your time and ask as many questions as you'd like about the "business" of farmstead cheesemaking.  For full details, click here: http://naturesharmonyfarm.com/farmstead-cheesemaker-class/

ILLINOIS

Classes in cheesemaking, goat husbandry, soapmaking (with goat milk) and other homesteading skills are offered by author Deborah Niemann and her husband on their homestead - Antiquity Oaks in Illinois.  For class descriptions, schedules, and more information, visit http://www.antiquityoaks.com/classes.html

LOUISIANA

Would you like to learn the basics of making mozzarella cheese? Classes are held monthly at Pelican Park in Mandeville, Louisiana. Classes are free and each person will bring home a piece of cheese! Visit www.pelicanpark.com for more information on registering.

MAINE

Our first cheese making class is Saturday May 11th!  It is a one day class where participants will see all stages of making cheese, a ricotta, feta, mozzarella, and chèvre!  Taught by Mother Earth News blogger and Goat School owner Janice Spaulding.  http://www.goatschool.com/id4.html  The package includes the class, two nights lodging with breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner.  You will leave with cheese, yummy!  For a single person the cost is $465.  For two people staying, and only one in the class $495.  For two people class and lodging the cost is $575.  For local participant: $165 (only includes lunch).  For more info go to www.squiretarboxinn.com

MISSOURI

Learn Cheese Making with Merryl Winstein. Complete array of traditional & professional methods taught in every class.  Half Day Classes:  Feta, basic hard cheese (tomme), soft spreadable chevre, yogurt, & ricotta.  All Day Weekends: (Choose one day or both).  Saturdays:  Traditional cheddar, alpine/Swiss, camembert, & ricotta.  Sundays:  Blue, traditional mozarella, & ricotta.  www.cheesemakingclass.com, 314-968-2596, St. Louis, Missouri.

OHIO

Visit Blue Rock Station (Philo, Ohio), a special place with buildings constructed naturally from straw, earthen plaster, cans, bottles & more. Milk the goats, learn to make cheese, walk with the llamas on a trek or spend the weekend. For reservations call www.bluerockstation.com, or call Annie (740) 674-4300)

RHODE ISLAND

Professor Chef located in North Providence, Rhode Island runs monthly cheese Mozzarella, Ricotta and Yogurt Cheese making demos and a variety of other cooking classes. Professor Chef is a husband and wife team Phil Griffin is an award wining chef and former Johnson and Wales culinary instructor his wife Malinda Coletta is an award winning cook - together they teach you how to play with your food! Please visit their web page at Professorchef.comor call 401-749-312

SOUTH CAROLINA

Soft Cheese Making, July 12, 10am- 5pm, $50, hosted by:  Pickens County 4-H.  Please make checks out to Clemson University; write "Cheese Class" on memo line and mail to Pickens County 4-H,  P.O. Box 995,  Pickens, SC 29671. Please make sure your name and contact information is attached.  Please address any questions to Janine Sutter at jsutter@clemson.edu

TEXAS

Basic Cheesemaking classes are scheduled for the spring in Marfa, Texas at the Marfa Maid Dairy. Classes include an introduction to pasturization, cultures and all processes for making soft and semi-soft cheese as Chevre, Feta and Ricotta.  At the end of the day, students will sample cheeses and bring some home. Tuition: $60. Email: marfamaid.dairy@gmail.com or (432) 729-3987 for the schedule.

VERMONT

Upcoming classes taught by Three Shepherds Farm - May 10-12 - Italian cheesemaking,  May 17-19 - Advanced cheesemaking,  August 9-11 - Artisanal cheesemaking,  August 16-18 - Advanced cheesemaking.  For more info click here.

WASHINGTON

Learn how to make Gouda goat cheese at home from an experienced native German cheese maker who has been making artisan cheese for ten years! In my fun, hands-on class you learn about cheese cultures, rennet, cutting curds, molds and pressing. Part of the class is a sampling of my goat cheeses, including Chevre, Gouda, Feta, Tomme, Manchego and Cheddar. The class is held in my cozy kitchen in beautiful Marblemount (Skagit Valley) and includes a tour of my farm where you get to meet my goats. For more info, e-mail Corina at marblemounthomestead@gmail.com, or go to www.marblemounthomestead.com/cheese_making_classes.html

WISCONSIN

Join Home Cheese Maker Linda Conroy of Moonwise Herbs for these fun and informative classes. We make cheese making fun, simple and affordable. Classes are offered in many locations throughout the midwest and beyond.  Linda has been making cheese in her own kitchen for close to 20 years. Classes include instruction on both soft and hard cheese as well as fermented milk products. For information about upcoming classes see: www.cheesemakingclasses.com

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OTHER COUNTRIES

Great Britain
British Cheese Making Course and so much more, check out www.theweekendartisan.co.uk.  This is a UK based website with home cheese making as it’s predominant focus.  It has step by step guides and dates for the 'Cheese Making Courses' in Winchester, UK.  But it also has so much more; Bee Keeping, Home Curing and Preserve making, all sit alongside tips and articles on Home Baking and Horticultural tips.