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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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15,000+

Members
sections

48

Regional Sections
topical divisions

24

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

Ohio Valley Section IFT (OVIFT) Suppliers Night and Golf Outing

West Chester, Ohio

Supplier Event

Rocky Mountain Section IFT Suppliers Night Expo

Denver, Colorado

Supplier Event

St. Louis Section IFT 2021 Suppliers Expo

St. Charles, Missouri

Supplier Event

Minnesota Section IFT Suppliers Night 2022

Minneapolis, Minnesota

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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.

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.

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

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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
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As the global pandemic continues to stretch and challenge our profession in extraordinary ways, IFT and its volunteer community has consistently risen to the challenge, offering support, guidance, community, and inspiration.

Upcoming Events

Course

Certified Food Scientist (CFS) Prep Short Course (In-Person and Virtual Options)
Course

Labeling Requirements and Implications for Foods Marketed in the US Short Course (In-Person and Virtual Options)
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Food Science for the Non-Food Scientist Short Course (In-Person and Virtual Options)
Conference

IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo

Chicago, Illinois

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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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