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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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12,000+

Members
sections

47

Regional Sections
topical divisions

25

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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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 Suppliers Expo

West Chester Township, Ohio

Supplier Event

St. Louis Section IFT Suppliers Night

Saint Charles, Missouri

Supplier Event

Longhorn IFT 2023 Suppliers Expo

Frisco, Texas

Supplier Event

Longhorn Section IFT Suppliers Night Event and Golf Tournament

Frisco, Texas

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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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Find a Colleague

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 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

Food Mycology Short Course

University Park, Pennsylvania

Webcast

IFT Women's Resource Group Reflection and Networking Hour

Online

Meeting

IFT Study Session Hosted by the Japan Section

Online

Webcast

Elevating on-trend snacks with plant-based colors: Supplier Solutions Webinar with EXBERRY by GNT

Online

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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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