IFT is a forum for passionate food professionals and students to collaborate, learn, and contribute all with the goal of ...

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, ...

The Institute of Food Technologists recognizes the wide variety of disciplines, topics, and areas of expertise in the global science of food community. We offer 25 topical, interest-based groups, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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