Partnership Opportunities
Why Partner with Cheese Trail?
Every year, tens of thousands of cheese lovers discover cheesemakers, experiences and great cheese. Many cheesemakers report that 20–80% of their direct-to-consumer sales are linked to our printed map and digital platform.
Now expanding nationwide, Cheese Trail is building a comprehensive directory of ~1,000 U.S. cheesemakers, cheese shops and thousands of artisan cheeses. Our growing reach—across print, digital, and destination-based marketing—gives partners meaningful visibility while supporting the rural communities that keep this craft alive. We’re inviting like-minded partners to help shape the next chapter.
Now expanding nationwide, Cheese Trail is building a comprehensive directory of ~1,000 U.S. cheesemakers, cheese shops and thousands of artisan cheeses. Our growing reach—across print, digital, and destination-based marketing—gives partners meaningful visibility while supporting the rural communities that keep this craft alive. We’re inviting like-minded partners to help shape the next chapter.
Don’t just take our word for it
Hear from some of our amazing partners who are working with us to build a cheesier world
"Our farm tours and cheese classes have doubled in enrollment thanks to the Cheese Trail!"
Donna Pacheco
Owner, Achadinha Cheese
"The Cheese Trail isn't just a gouda idea, is a great investment in rural economies, agritourism, and community, and the PCC-DBII is proud to have supported such a sharp, well-aged project."
Dr. Carmen Licon
Director, Dairy Products Technology Center at Pacific Coast Coalition-Dairy Business Innovation Initiative
"Cheese Trail has made a huge difference in the future of the North Bay artisan cheese industry."
Rick LaFranchi
President, Nicasio Valley Cheese Company
Pricing
Brand Alignment Partnerships
In July (2025), our website got 24,000 visitors - triple the monthly traffic from April!
In 2025, we printed 80,000 copies of our California Cheese Trail map available at 150+ high-impact locations—including cheese shops, farmers markets, wineries, hotels, and visitor centers. This is double our 2022 run ... and we'll still run out again after only 6 months!
For 2026, we’re planning 80,000 copies, but could easily double distribution again.
Ask for details about supporting an expanded printing.
In 2025, we printed 80,000 copies of our California Cheese Trail map available at 150+ high-impact locations—including cheese shops, farmers markets, wineries, hotels, and visitor centers. This is double our 2022 run ... and we'll still run out again after only 6 months!
For 2026, we’re planning 80,000 copies, but could easily double distribution again.
Ask for details about supporting an expanded printing.
Important Deadline: 2026 California Print Map partnerships must be secured by September 30, 2025.
Friend 🤝
Digital Only
$500
Billed annually.
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Name listing on homepage
Logo placement
Premium business profile
E-newsletter logo
Press mentions
Supporter 🌟
Popular
Digital Only
$1,500
Billed annually.
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Standard logo in e-newsletter
Homepage logo placement
Premium business profile
Press mentions
Print advertising
Champion 🏆
Digital Only
$3,000
Billed annually.
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Standard logo on homepage
Standard logo in newsletter
Premium business profile
Press mentions
Print advertising
Friend Combo 🤝
Print + Digital Package
$5,000
Billed annually.
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Standard logo on homepage
Standard logo in newsletter
Premium business profile
Inside print advertisement
Premium logo size
Press mentions
Supporter Combo 🌟
Print + Digital Package
$7,000
Billed annually.
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Premium logo on homepage
Premium logo in newsletter
Premium business profile
Back cover print ad
Press mentions included
Premium back cover placement
Premium logo on homepage
Premium logo in newsletter
Premium business profile
Premium back cover ad
Press mentions included
Maximum visibility package
Business Legend 🗺️
Print Map Only
$500
Billed Annually.
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Map pin placement with contact details
Website listing
E-newsletter logo
Premium business profile
Homepage logo placement
Logo Sponsor 📍
Popular
Print Map Add-On
$1,000
Billed Annually.
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1/8 shared advertisement space
Website listing
E-newsletter logo
Premium business profile
Homepage logo placement
Standalone Inside Ad 📄
Print Map Only
$2,000
Billed Annually.
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Business card-style print ad inside map (3.5" x 1.375")
Website listing
E-newsletter logo
Premium business profile
Homepage logo placement
Complete Brand Alignment Feature Comparison
Print Map Ad Spaces
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Adopt-a-Cheesemaker
Support local cheesemakers with marketing visibility while demonstrating your commitment to local food and sustainable agriculture. All sponsorships contribute to our Community Fund that supports cheesemakers who need visibility most. Sponsors are recognized on our dedicated Community Fund page.
Premium Business Profiles
Adopting a cheesemaker covers the annual cost of their premium business profiles, giving them access to all of our main features and directories. Sponsored cheesemakers will show up in search results, our interactive maps, and more!
Empower Underserved Cheesemakers
Your sponsorship directly supports the smallest, most under-resourced artisan cheesemakers—often family-run farms or first-generation producers—who rely on visibility to survive and grow. These are the makers who need it most, and your support ensures they’re not left behind.
National Visibility + Recognition
Sponsors are acknowledged on our website and marketing materials as champions of sustainable food systems and rural economies. You’ll be featured on our dedicated Community Fund page and may be included in announcements celebrating the program’s impact.
Digital Adoption
Available for Cheesemakers in All 50 States
Adoption Levels
Individual Support (1) : $199
Community Builder (5) : $995
Regional Champion (15) : $2,985
National Leader: Customizable
Begin Your Adoption Today!
