Now home to IFT FIRST – Be a part of the solutions and conversations helping to shape the future of food
IFT FIRST is where it happens. Register Now!
July 12–15, 2026
IFT FIRST
IFT FIRST is the leading food science and innovation expo. At IFT FIRST you'll connect with innovators, decision-makers, and solution providers across every sector of food science and technology—all in one highly-engaged environment.
Registration is Now Open!
Maximize Your Attendance
Deciding to attend IFT FIRST is the first step—be sure to take advantage of all this year’s event has to offer and connect with others who can help propel your career forward.
Register for the Event
Registration is now open, take advantage of early registration discounts and begin preparing for IFT FIRST.
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Expo Experiences
Experience innovative scientific programming, followed by opportunities to engage with exhibitors and discover real-world solutions in a dynamic setting.
Plan Your Visit
Start planning for your visit and book your accommodations in advance to unlock special deals and discounts.
About IFT FIRST
You spoke. We delivered.
At IFT FIRST, advocacy for science, innovation, and the power of collaboration take center stage. As the leading food science and innovation event of the year, IFT FIRST is where researchers, suppliers, decision-makers and more come together to connect, collaborate, and learn.
Experience how research meets real world applications at IFT FIRST.
Be a part of the solutions and conversations helping to shape the future of food…IFT FIRST is where it happens.
With 100+ educational sessions, 450+ posters, and 1,000+ exhibitors showcasing game-changing products and technologies, you’ll find solutions to your business challenges while connecting with the brightest minds in food science.
85+ Years
IFT’s 85+ years of scientific credibility paired with breakthrough innovation
3 Days
Compress 6-12 months of vendor evaluation, meetings, and site visits into three powerful days
1 Dynamic Environment
Programming in the expo hall, eliminating traveling between separate locations and creating seamless integration between learning and discovery
IFT FIRST Registration Passes
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IFT Member with Professional Networking Event Bundle
$685Maximize your membership benefits with the Monday Night Professional Networking Event plus full access to the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion. Register early and save more!
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IFT Member
$610Your IFT membership unlocks exclusive savings on full access to the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion. Register early and save even more!
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IFT Join and Register
$875Start your IFT membership and register for IFT FIRST in one step. Get member pricing on full access to the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion. Join today and save!
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IFT Non Member with Professional Networking Event Bundle
$1,070Get the complete IFT FIRST experience with the Monday Night Professional Networking Event plus full expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion. No membership required. Register early to save.
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IFT Non Member
$995Full access to everything IFT FIRST offers—no membership required. Explore the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion. Register early for the best rate.
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Student Member
$135Build your career in food science at the industry's premier event. Connect with mentors, explore innovations, and discover opportunities on the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, Startup Pavilion, and exclusive student programming. Student membership required.
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Emeritus
$230Stay connected to the food science community. Full access to the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science and Startup Pavilion—at a special rate honoring your years of contribution to the industry. Emeritus membership required.
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Non Participating Supplier
$2,795For sales and marketing professionals of non-exhibiting companies. Registration covers two people with access to the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Research Showcase presentations, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion. Note: Maximum two years of use.
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IFT Member with Professional Networking Event Bundle
$785Maximize your membership benefits with the Monday Night Professional Networking Event plus full access to the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion.
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IFT Member
$710Your IFT membership unlocks exclusive savings on full access to the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion.
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IFT Join and Register
$975Start your IFT membership and register for IFT FIRST in one step. Get immediate member pricing on full access to the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion. Sign up today!
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IFT Non Member with Professional Networking Event Bundle
$1,220Get the complete IFT FIRST experience with the Monday Night Professional Networking Event plus full expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion. No membership required. Register early to save.
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IFT Non Member
$1,145Full access to everything IFT FIRST offers—no membership required. Explore the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion.
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Student Member
$135Build your career in food science at the industry's premier event. Connect with mentors, explore innovations, and discover opportunities on the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, Startup Pavilion, and exclusive student programming. Student membership required.
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Emeritus
$230Stay connected to the food science community. Full access to the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science and Startup Pavilion—at a special rate honoring your years of contribution to the industry. Emeritus membership required.
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Non Participating Supplier
$2,795For sales and marketing professionals of non-exhibiting companies. Registration covers two people with access to the expo hall and all programming, including scientific sessions, keynotes, posters, Research Showcase presentations, Hot Topics Studio, Solutions Showcase, Taste of Science, and Startup Pavilion. Note: Maximum two years of use.
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