Gene editing technologies like CRISPR are opening the door to crops that can better withstand pests, disease, and climate stress. Progress toward broader adoption of CRISPR and other gene-editing ...

Nurtured Nuts Company wins The Pitch! at IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo for its gene-edited, low-allergen peanuts advancing safer food innovation. CHICAGO – August 3, 2026 – The Institute of Food ...

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign wins the 2026 IFTSA College Bowl at IFT FIRST, earning top honors in the premier food science student competition. CHICAGO – August 3, 2026 – The Institute of ...

The food science community lost a respected educator, mentor, and leader with the passing of Wayne Tadashi Iwaoka on May 23, 2026, at the age of 81. Throughout a distinguished career spanning academia ...

The authors explore emerging science, formulation strategies, and labeling considerations to help innovators design carbohydrate-containing foods that deliver performance, appeal, and health benefits.

Already registered for IFT FIRST? Begin building your schedule now and get ready for the conference! Food News Now delivers personalized industry news from reputable sources to your inbox daily.

Celebrate the season with the Cactus Section IFT Holiday Networking Event at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant in Scottsdale. Connect with food science professionals, industry leaders, and colleagues ...

Join the Cactus Section IFT TopGolf Outing for an evening of networking, friendly competition, and connections with Arizona's food science community.

The food industry faces both a challenge and an opportunity with GLP-1s reshaping eating and behaviorial patterns. This session will explore how food companies can respond, from reformulating products ...

Science alone isn’t enough to build consumer trust. Experts at IFT FIRST shared how empathy, storytelling, social media, and audience-focused communication can help food scientists counter ...

The chef and bestselling author urged food scientists to combine rigorous scientific thinking with empathy and a broader perspective to drive meaningful innovation. Mary Ellen Kuhn Food Technology ...

Growing consumer interest in adaptogens is driving demand for ashwagandha, a botanical ingredient associated with stress relief, sleep support, and functional food and beverage innovation. Consumers ...