With one year left to comply with the FDA's Food Traceability Rule, companies have made progress but still face challenges.

IFT’s journals are a great way to share your research with the science of food community.

Since 1985, the Institute of Food Technologists Student Association (IFTSA) College Bowl Competition has tested the knowledge of student teams from across the United States in the following areas: ...

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Get a taste of the exceptional research shared each month. Published since 1936, the Journal of Food Science (JFS) brings peer-reviewed, original research reports and critical reviews from researchers ...

The International Food Science Certification Commission (IFSCC) oversees the governance and policy-making for our credentialing activities. The members of the IFSCC are committed to ensuring IFT’s ...

Gain access to an invaluable network, resources, and insights to help you enhance your academic experience and prepare for a future in food. Colleges and universities provide many opportunities for ...

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Food science draws from many disciplines, including biology, chemical engineering, and biochemistry to better understand food processes and improve food products for the general public. As the ...

Food microbiologists play a critical role in making sure food is safe to consume. They have expertise in a variety of scientific disciplines. Food chemists develop and improve foods and beverages; ...

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NEW! Explore a virtual experience “From Milk to Ice Cream and the (Food) Science behind It” by taking a journey through real facilities of ice cream production.