Institute of Food Technologists

With the vision of a world where science and innovation are connected and universally accepted as essential to improving food for everyone, our mission is to connect global food system communities to promote and advance the science of food and its application. About IFT

Annual Report

IFT's Policy & Advocacy

At IFT, we believe that science and innovation are essential to a global food system that is safe, nutritious, and sustainable. Focusing on our Four Advocacy Priorities, we stay abreast of public policy, food laws, regulations, and standards relating to the food system.

  • Elevate the central role of food science in global food & nutrition security, food safety, and sustainable food systems
  • Increase funding for food, agriculture, and nutrition research
  • Influence adoption of science-based regulations in policies and legislation
  • Increase representation of Science of Food Professionals in critical forums and appointments

Policy & Advocacy

EP 58: Getting Your Résumé Right, The Sweet Science of Sugar Reduction, IFT’s Advocacy Roundup

Get the latest insights from the food science and technology community in the April 2025 episodes of the Omnivore podcast.

EP 57: The Hottest Trends in Functional Foods, Upbeat About Upcycling, Welcome Gen Z

Get the latest insights from the food science and technology community in the April 2025 episodes of the Omnivore podcast.

New Sleep Research and Ingredient News

News about food industry suppliers

A scientific community

with vision

IFT is a forum for passionate food professionals and students to collaborate, learn, and contribute all with the goal of inspiring and transforming collective knowledge into innovative solutions for the benefit of all people around the world.

Our Community       Join Us

11,000+

members

Be a part of a community of scientific scholars, visionaries, and innovators dedicated to advancing the science of food to feed our planet now and into the future.

90+

Countries

IFT’s community extends to over 90 countries providing countless opportunities to network, learn, and knowledge share.

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Course

How AI is Reshaping Your Job and Plate: Are You Ready? - Virtual Workshop

Online

Supplier Event

Bonneville Section IFT Suppliers Night

Salt Lake City, Utah

Expo

Great Lakes Section IFT Supplier Night and Expo

Battle Creek, Michigan

Supplier Event

Great Lakes Section IFT 2025 Suppliers Day

Battle Creek, Michigan

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K-12 Resources for Educators

We invest in the future of food science, so should you.

 
  

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IFT is a global leader is food safety, security and defense.

 
  

Expand Your Knowledge

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) is a community of professionals and students passionate about the essential role science and innovation play in ensuring that our global food system is safe, nutritious, and sustainable.

- Feeding the Minds that Feed the World

IFT—A catalyst for innovation and positive change

Across the learning continuum, IFT is dedicated to the advancement of food science and innovation.

Learning Opportunities

9+ billion

Estimated global population
to feed by 2050

Why food science?

Science and scientists hold the key to solving our planet's food crisis.

Why IFT?

IFT provides the global food community resources, networks, and education to meet and anticipate the growing needs of our global food system.

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