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.

15,000+

Members

Regional Sections

Topical Divisions

Join the Conversation Online at IFT Connect

Connect with IFT Members 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.

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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.

Stay Connected with Section Events

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

Supplier Event

August 23, 2021

Southern California Section IFT Suppliers Night EXPO

Anaheim, California

Supplier Event

September 14, 2021

NYIFT Suppliers Day and Career Fair

Secaucus, New Jersey

Supplier Event

September 23, 2021

Ohio Valley Section IFT Suppliers' Lecture and Expo

West Chester, Ohio, United States

Supplier Event

October 7, 2021

Longhorn IFT 2021 Supplier's Night Expo

Frisco, Texas, United States

More Events

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.

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.

Find a Colleague

IFT members have access to an extensive network of global professionals. Make connections and expand your network.

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

July 26 – 27, 2021

21st International Conference on Nutritional and Food Chemistry

London, Yukon

Course

July 26 – 29, 2021

Better Process Control School

Orange, CA

Course

July 26 to August 26, 2021

Certified Food Scientist (CFS) Prep Course (Live Virtual Short Course)

Online

Conference

July 29 – 30, 2021

International Conference on Nutrition and Food Science

Manchester

Join Us Online

Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

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Many consumers are ready to go back to restaurants, but the popularity of delivery, curbside, and drive thru options remains. Take a quick glance at recent data around consumer sentiment and behaviors in a #FoodTech digital exclusive. https://t.co/40oxYk0H4Y

24 Jul 2021

Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

@IFT

Are you ready to win up to $250K? Join us next Tuesday, 7/27, for an informational webinar to get all your #STFChallenge questions answered. Be the application that stands out. Register for the webinar at https://t.co/6poikJtpgr https://t.co/gO96SI6P7K

IFT - Institute of Food Technologists

14 hrs

Oils and fats are no longer four-letter words for consumers. In fact, diets like Keto and others have actually increased interest in high-fat foods. Explore some of the ways fats and oils suppliers are addressing consumers’ priorities and meeting formulation challenges in different categories in the July issue of Food Technology Magazine. https://hubs.la/H0S_Zwq0 #FoodTech

IFT - Institute of Food Technologists

17 hrs

Be the application that stands out! Join us next Tuesday, 7/27, for an informational webinar to get all your Global Food System Challenge questions answered. The Challenge will award up to $1M in grants—don’t miss your chance to apply and change the world. For more details, check out: https://hubs.la/H0S_z1P0 #STFChallenge

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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