The retailer's specialty cheese experts handpicked products for the event.

The Kroger Co.-owned cheese maker updated its logo and website.

Europa, an aged gouda, received a score of 98.739 and the top honor.

The funds will go toward research, packaging development and analyzing consumer receptiveness.

A Raclette-style raw milk cheese won first place Best of Show at the American Cheese Society’s 2022 competition.