Toolkit Advocacy

Advocacy Toolkits

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has developed toolkits about important topics in the science of food that you can use to dispel common misconceptions around important food-related topics. Check back periodically as new toolkits will continue to be added.

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Diverse skill sets needed for growing opportunities

To understand where the future of work in the science of food is headed, it’s necessary to first look at how the industry has changed, explained the panelists at an IFT Careers InFocus virtual event session titled “The Future of Work.”

Preparing for a new work paradigm

Speaking at IFT’s recent Careers InFocus virtual event and career fair, Andrew Yang, the founder of Venture for America and former U.S. presidential candidate, shared his perspective on the massive changes that are affecting the way we work.

No quick fix for employment inequities

Employment inequities related to gender and race are real, and correcting them must be a priority, but it isn’t going to happen overnight, said panelists at an IFT Careers InFocus virtual event session.

National Honey Board seeks honey–food pairings to encourage consumption of Mediterranean diet

The National Honey Board (NHB) is currently accepting pre-proposals for honey food-pairings to help Americans consume a Mediterranean diet pattern. Interested researchers need to submit a short pre-proposal by November 13, 2020.

FDA amends its procedures for dairy, infant formula firms exporting to China

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is announcing changes to its export listing procedures for dairy and infant formula firms seeking to export their products to China.

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Defining Ultra-Processed Foods

IFT calls for science-based definitions that focus on nutritional quality, not the degree of processing, to guide future food policy.

Discover a More Sustainable Path to Clean-Label Innovation with REV Dehydration

As consumers demand simpler ingredient lists, advanced drying technologies are helping brands deliver clean label products that stay true to nature.

Why Biodiversity Is Essential to the Future of Food

A food scientist shares her take on why variety—on farms and plates—matters more than ever.

How Pairwise Is Using Gene Editing to Build a Better Food System

CEO Tom Adams shares three lessons learned from bringing CRISPR-edited produce to market and how partnerships are helping scale its impact.

Supporting the Perimenopause Journey

Perimenopause is shaping the women’s health conversation, opening the door for functional products that target hormone balance with clinically supported ingredients. Learn more in this sponsored post from AFS.

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