Community

At IFT we’re about food science, nutrition, safety, and sustainability. We’re about innovation and the future of food. But most of all, we’re about providing IFT’s vibrant community of scholars, innovators, visionaries and doers, with the resources, forums, and services they need to be successful and thrive in today’s global science of food profession.

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Join the Conversation Online at IFT Connect

Connect with colleagues through IFT Connect, IFT’s online community site. Participate in interest-based discussion boards and topical division groups, ask questions, solve problems, and make invaluable connections through the online directory.

Connect with Your Local Community

IFT sections offer a great way to network with food professionals in your area.

Conference

April 6 – 8, 2020

NFRA Executive Conference

Tempe, Arizona

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Join a Division

Members are able to join IFT Divisions of their choice. With over 24 Divisions to choose from, you will be joining a robust and engaged community of peers representing over 76 countries. Not a member yet? No problem, you can join online today.

What IFT's Members are Accomplishing >

As engaged professionals in the science of food, our members improve nutrition, food availability, and the safety of the world’s food supply. Submit your recent accomplishments.

IFT Members Make Food Better

Listen in as IFT members share why they love what they do and the essential role of the science of food plays in ensuring our global food supply is safe, nutritious, and sustainable.

Happening in the Community

There are so many ways to engage with IFT’s robust global community. Here are just a few:

IFT Annual Event and Food Expo IFT Regional Section Suppliers Events Volunteer with IFT Emerging Leaders Network New Professionals Students

Upcoming Events

Conference

April 6 – 8, 2020

NFRA Executive Conference

Tempe, Arizona

Supplier Event

April 7, 2020

Bonneville Section Suppliers Night: (Event CANCELED)

Sandy, Utah

Meeting

April 14, 2020

April CSIFT Dinner Meeting

Glendale Heights, Illinois

Meeting

April 19 – 21, 2020

2020 ASTA Annual Meeting and Exhibits

San Diego, California

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What are the best foods to eat after the apocalypse? According to a 2016 #CRFSFS article dried fruits & veggies may be one of our best bets: https://t.co/Ql2o6qkRRd

04 Apr 2020

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#Alternativeprotein products are poised to take a bite out of the conventional #meat market as mainstream consumers get comfortable with new and improved options that deliver on texture and taste. #FoodTech https://t.co/KIg30gki7k

IFT - Institute of Food Technologists

21 hrs

What are the best foods to eat after the apocalypse? According to a 2016 #CRFSFS article dried fruits & veggies may be one of our best bets: https://hubs.ly/H0pb1jj0

The food that could last 2,000 years

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IFT - Institute of Food Technologists

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Report: investments in the agri-food tech industry totaled almost $20 billion in 2019, with alternative proteins being one of the areas of most significant investment. #IFTNEXT https://hubs.ly/H0p9KR-0

Investors are bullish on alternative proteins

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Get Involved—Volunteer

As a member of IFT you have so many ways to get involved and make a difference. Mentor a new professional. Share your expertise by teaching a course. Discover different ways your knowledge can impact the field of food science and technology.

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IFT members have access to an extensive network of global professionals. Make the connections you need to solve problems, share resources, and advance your career.

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