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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Members

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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

April 5 – 30, 2021

Northern California IFT Virtual Suppliers Event

Online

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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.

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

Supplier Event

April 5 – 30, 2021

Northern California IFT Virtual Suppliers Event

Online

Supplier Event

April 5 – 30, 2021

Northern California IFT Section Virtual Supplier's Event

Online

Course

April 12 – 30, 2021

Introduction to Cheese Making Technology by the University of Guelph

Online

Meeting

April 12, 2021

Virtual Chocolate Tasting Experience

Online

Join Us Online

Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

@IFT

Novel technologies have the potential to dramatically improve the global #food system. In a new blog, #IFTSA member Alexander J. Taylor explores exciting uses of augmented reality, 3D printing, and virtual reality in the #scienceoffood. Learn more: https://t.co/M87JukgknS https://t.co/hmPxXYyCRt

10 Apr 2021

Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

@IFT

Is cinnamon the key to melting body fat and losing weight? An article from @EatThisNotThat citing research from #IFTJournals says that just may be the case. Learn more: https://t.co/vCfOxl8y7G #scienceoffood

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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