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

November 3, 2021

Chicago Section IFT Suppliers' Symposium Expo

Rosemont, Illinois

Supplier Event

January 20, 2022

Dogwood IFT Section Food Expo

Greensboro, North Carolina

Supplier Event

May 3, 2022

New York IFT Section (NYIFT) Suppliers Expo

Secaucus, New Jersey

Supplier Event

May 10, 2022

Northern California Section IFT In-Person Suppliers Event

Pleasanton, California

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

Course

October 26 – 28, 2021

Pasteurizer Operators Workshop

University Park, Pennsylvania

Course

November 2, 2021

Dairy Basics: Fundamentals of Quality and Safety

University Park, Pennsylvania

Course

November 3, 2021

Hazard Analysis and Preventive Controls for Small-scale Dairy Processors

University Park, Pennsylvania

Supplier Event

November 3, 2021

Chicago Section IFT Suppliers' Symposium Expo

Rosemont, Illinois

Join Us Online

Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

@IFT

Fats and oils are key #ingredients in many #plantbased foods and beverages. On 11/3, we'll discuss challenges formulators experience when developing new plant-based products and present fat-based solutions for bringing new products to market. Join us: https://t.co/GBYukzjPOC https://t.co/nU9vVgzvGL

27 Oct 2021

Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

@IFT

RT @ziynetboz: This month's Food Technology Magazine features me! I am grateful for all the opportunities and connections @IFT has provided…

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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