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, ...

Dr. Liz Sloan, who has kept a close eye on functional food and beverage trends for decades, shares her take on what’s ahead for this market in the year ahead. Dr. Lara Ramdin, widely known as the ...

CHICAGO – April 8, 2025 – The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific organization committed to advancing the science of food and its application across the global food system, ...

Imagine this scene: A company has been selling a branded bread for years. Its loyal customer base has raised questions about a potential clean label version. The company has decided to do a ...

The modern food system is under increasing pressure to meet global nutritional needs while minimizing its environmental footprint. Food waste remains a significant challenge, with nearly 40% of global ...

Ivannova Lituma’s journey into food science began in childhood. Growing up in Ecuador, she frequently became sick after dining out and never understood why. “It wasn’t until I took microbiology and ...

A recent scientific study shows how functional carbohydrates can impact sleep hygiene in a positive way. BENEO’s functional carbohydrate, Palatinose, was part of the study led by researchers at the UK ...

You are invited to join us in celebrating the students in the KCIFT section as they continue to prepare for careers in food science and technology. The meeting will take place at the Tadtman Board ...

CHICAGO – April 1, 2025 – The Institute of Food Technologists Student Association (IFTSA), a student-governed community of members of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), has announced the ...

The author details what to consider when embarking on a product reformulation process, including prework planning, consumer demand, and costs, and how to minimize or troubleshoot inevitable bumps in ...

Celebrating its 52nd year, the Food Northwest Process and Packaging Expo is the largest regional food manufacturing trade show in the United States. This convention brings industry professionals ...

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