Institute Of Food Technologists

Each finalist team receives partial reimbursement for team travel and registration to IFT FIRST, the popular food science, technology and innovation event that attracts students from around the world every year.

The Institute of Food Technologists Student Association Announce College Bowl Champions to Compete at IFT FIRST

First place receives $1,000 and second place receives $750.

The webinar will address the complex and confusing environment food scientists are currently facing as stakeholders increasingly focus on food additives safety.

IFT Hosts 'Additives: State-Level Actions, National-Level Impacts' Webinar

It will be held on Friday, February 16, 2024, from noon to 1 p.m. CDT.

Since 1999, Leighton has served in several volunteer roles as a presenter, panelist, podcast thought leader, and an advisory council member of IFT’s Global Food Traceability Center.

The Institute of Food Technologists Names Sean Leighton Board President

Leighton is the global vice president of food safety, quality and regulatory at Cargill.

Christopher Daubert, Ph.D., is vice chancellor and dean of the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR).

Institute of Food Technologists Taps Christopher Daubert as 85th Board President

As president-elect effective September 1, 2023, he will work closely with the incoming president, Sean Leighton, global vice president of food safety, quality and regulatory at Cargill.