Membership
When you join a community, you become something bigger than yourself.
When you become a member of the IFT community, you’re connecting with a global network of science of food professionals who come together for a variety of individual reasons as unique as they are.
12,000+
Global Members100+
Countries47
Regional SectionsIFT’s community represents all facets of the food profession. From academia, to industry, to policy, to marketing and sales, IFT’s members provide a depth and wide variety of knowledge and experience. Whether it’s through one of IFT’s 47 regional sections or 25 topical divisions, as a member of IFT you will have access to a wealth of scientific knowledge and industry expertise that you can’t get anywhere else.
IFT offers access to a wide variety of programs, events, resources, networking opportunities, and services all created with the goal of helping you become a stronger professional in the science of food. IFT’s dedicated volunteers and staff faithfully work to ensure that the science of food profession remains strong, relevant, and influential. Position yourself as a vital contributor to the future of food. Join IFT today.
IFT members represent all facets of the food industry. From research and development, to safety and quality assurance, to processing and packaging. It is because of this depth, that IFT is seen as the trusted source for all things related to the science of food. And it is because of our members and volunteers that IFT play a vital role in strengthening the important role food science and technology plays in advancing our global food system. Learn more about volunteer opportunities.
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