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CHICAGO – January 28, 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 ...

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: ...

The IFTSA Smart Snacks for Kids Competition challenges students to develop a fun and nutritious food or beverage product targeted at kids and/or teens. Products must abide by the USDA “Guide to Smart ...

This controversial food classification system raises reasonable questions about ultra-processed foods, but we need to think critically about what it fails to factor in. University of Copenhagen ...

Providing a growing global population with access to affordable, safe, and nutritious food for a healthy diet while maintaining the health of our planet will require transformational changes in the ...

View IFT's comments emphasizing the role and importance of food scientist(s) and technologist(s) on the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. Learn how IFT is advocating for the science of foodand ...