L’Ancêtre Wins Three Awards at Sélection Caseus, Reinforcing Its Commitment to Excellence
Bécancour, October 29, 2026 – Fromagerie L’Ancêtre is proud to announce that it has won three awards at the 2026 Sélection Caseus awards ceremony, held on October 28 at the Musée de la civilisation in Quebec City. Once again, the Bécancour-based cheesemaker stood out in three major categories, including Best Cheddar and Best Organic Cheese in Quebec.
These latest distinctions add to L’Ancêtre’s long history of recognition, further demonstrating that organic farming and cheesemaking excellence go hand in hand.
Two Organic Cheddars Among Quebec’s Best
2-Year-Old Cheddar
Categories: Cheddar Cheese and Organic Cheese
Named Quebec’s Best Cheddar for the fourth consecutive year, our 2-Year-Old Cheddar continues its remarkable winning streak, earning two awards this year, including Best Organic Cheese.
Known for its slightly crumbly texture, melt-in-your-mouth crystals, and nutty aromas with a delicate fruity finish, this cheddar embodies traditional cheesemaking expertise and the exceptional quality of Quebec organic milk.
Light High-Protein Cheddar
Category: Reduced-Fat Cheese (Less Than 20% Fat)
Awarded for the third consecutive year and the fourth time overall in this category, in addition to earning recognition at the American Cheese Society Awards, our Light High-Protein Cheddar proves that great taste, quality, and nutritional value can go hand in hand without compromise. With just 18% milk fat and 9 g of protein per 30 g serving, it offers the perfect balance of flavour and nutrition.
A Renewed Source of Pride for Quebec Organic Cheesemaking
For L’Ancêtre, these three awards represent much more than recognition of the quality of its cheeses. They reflect the consistency of expertise developed over more than 30 years and the enduring commitment to organic farming that has guided the cheesemaker since its founding in 1992.
Once again earning distinctions in major categories such as Cheddar Cheese, Organic Cheese, and Reduced-Fat Cheese confirms that organic cheeses can rank among Quebec’s very best, both in taste and quality.
These awards are also a tremendous source of pride for the entire L’Ancêtre team and its Quebec organic dairy farmers, who work every day to craft exceptional cheeses while respecting the environment, animal welfare, and traditional cheesemaking practices.
By continuing to stand out among Quebec’s finest cheeses year after year, L’Ancêtre remains committed to showcasing Quebec’s organic cheesemaking expertise and fulfilling its mission of creating a better world in every bite.
About L’Ancêtre
Founded in Bécancour by nine dairy farming families from the Centre-du-Québec region, Fromagerie L’Ancêtre has been producing premium organic cheeses and butter since 1992. Having received more than one hundred national and international awards for the exceptional flavour of its products, the company’s expertise is built on over 30 years of authentic farming practices. Its cows graze on pasture and are grass-fed on Quebec farms that do not use synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers. These rigorous practices, which support the production of high-quality milk, animal welfare, and soil health, are at the heart of the company’s mission to create a better world in every bite.
For more information about L’Ancêtre products: www.fromagerieancetre.com
About Sélection Caseus
Established in 1998, Sélection Caseus celebrates the excellence of Quebec cheeses and highlights the expertise of the people who craft them. The competition aims to introduce consumers to the creativity of cheesemakers, reflected in a wide variety of innovative, high-quality products.
Sélection Caseus is the only competition dedicated exclusively to recognizing and promoting cheeses made in Quebec. It is organized by Quebec’s Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) and the Institut de technologie agroalimentaire du Québec.