IFST Autumn Conference (AC25), TBC, 2025
The 2024 edition of the IFST Autumn Conference (AC24) was held on 14-15 October 2024; however, the date and venue for the 2025 edition (AC25) has yet to be confirmed.
The Institute of Food Science and Technology
The Institute of Food Science and Technology is an independent membership body, which supports food professionals through knowledge sharing and professional recognition. Dr Robert Harwood, is a Fellow of the Institute of Food Science of Technology (FIFST).
IFST Conferences consistently offer a unique chance to meet and connect with seasoned food sector professionals, expanding your network. The IFST prides itself in the inclusivity of our ecosystem. This event provides an ideal platform to engage with practical presentations on pertinent topics, which provides attendees the opportunity to learn from and apply these insights in their own work.
IFST Autumn Conference (AC24)
University of Leeds held IFST’s Autumn Conference (AC24) on 14-15 October 2024. The conference addressed the daily challenges related to food safety, affordability, and authenticity, while also exploring potential solutions and future directions. Additionally, the event highlighted cutting-edge science and technologies from a diverse array of disciplines. The conference was enriched by a thought-provoking programme of industry-relevant and experienced professional speakers.
The conference showcased the very best in food science, and in particular, its application through the very latest in technologies. Furthermore, it celebrated the positive contribution food science and technology makes in delivering: safe and authentic, sustainable, nutritious, and tasty food.
Workshop Sessions
For the first time at an IFST Conference, the event offered participants four unique workshop sessions
- Challenges and opportunities around implementation of deharmonised legislation.
- Addressing food sector skill gaps.
- Providing technical support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME).
- New technologies and food safety considerations
In conclusion, the IFST brings the latest scientific thinking along with real-life, practical solutions and examples. AC25 will also provided opportunities to add to Continuing Professional Development and also gave inspiration and solutions to apply in the workplace.
We look forward to the IFST Autumn Conference in 2025 (SC25); the Institute of Food Science and Technology are yet to confirm the conference details, but they will be posted here when available.
You can find the IFST Autumn Conference 2024 (AC24) conference website here.