With the vision of a world where science and innovation are connected and universally accepted as essential to improving food for everyone, our mission is to connect global food system communities to promote and advance the science of food and its application. About IFT
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IFT is a forum for passionate food professionals and students to collaborate, learn, and contribute all with the goal of inspiring and transforming collective knowledge into innovative solutions for the benefit of all people around the world.
11,000+
membersBe a part of a community of scientific scholars, visionaries, and innovators dedicated to advancing the science of food to feed our planet now and into the future.
90+
CountriesIFT’s community extends to over 90 countries providing countless opportunities to network, learn, and knowledge share.
British Columbia Section IFT Women in Food Panel
Vancouver, British Columbia
New York Section IFT (NYIFT) Suppliers Day
Edison, New Jersey
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) is a community of professionals and students passionate about the essential role science and innovation play in ensuring that our global food system is safe, nutritious, and sustainable.
9+ billion
Estimated global population
to feed by 2050
Why food science?
Science and scientists hold the key to solving our planet's food crisis.
Why IFT?
IFT provides the global food community resources, networks, and education to meet and anticipate the growing needs of our global food system.