What’s the difference between Farmstead cheese making and Artisan cheese making?
Farmstead and artisan cheeses differ from commodity (mass-produced) cheeses in that they are made by hand in much smaller quantities. These specialty cheeses can vary according to season and region, just as wines do. Their subtle variations are part of their appeal. The term “artisan cheese making” describes cheese made by hand in small quantities in a way that respects the tradition of the cheese. The term “Farmstead cheese making” refers to cheese made on the farm using only the milk from a cheese maker’s own herd.
