Division Competitions
Student Hackathons
Hackathons offer students the opportunity to solve real-world challenges and connect with students from across the globe. Hosted by IFT Divisions, hackathons are held twice per year at different points in the academic calendar.
From Outbreak to Innovation: Building a Safer, More Sustainable Fresh Produce System
Opening Ceremony* - October 23, 2026, at 12:30-3 p.m. CT
Closing Ceremony* - October 30, 2026, at 12:30-3 p.m. CT
Hosted by IFTSA in partnership with the IFT Sustainable Food Systems Division, Fruit & Vegetable Products Division, and Food Safety & Quality Management Division this event brings students together in multidisciplinary teams to solve a food science challenge and present their ideas to a panel of academic and industry judges.
Teams will be assigned, so you do not need to form your own.
*Participants must be present for the entire event to compete.
