This event is organised by the Midlands Branch

The talk will explore the diverse challenges within the food system and examine how technology can help overcome them. While automation and robotics will be central to the discussion, digitalisation, as a key enabler, will also be considered. A range of technologies will be presented, to be applicable to companies at different stages of their technology adoption journey. Funding mechanisms will also be addressed.

This course is organised by Ask Sonia

Course Summary:

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to foodborne viruses, focusing on their properties, transmission, and impact on food safety. Designed for professionals at all levels, it covers detection methods, contamination risks, and prevention strategies to help businesses mitigate viral threats in food supply chains. Delivered by an industry expert, the course includes an interactive Q&A session for deeper insights. No prior knowledge is required.

This event is organised by The Legal Training Consultancy

The Legal Training Consultancy is offering IFST members 20% discount. Email events@ifst.org to receive a unique discount code.

Following the success of last year's conference, the agenda for this year's food labelling and information conference has been completely revised, updated and expanded to cover a much wider range of topics.

This event is organised by the IFST Sensory Science Group

Speakers will talk about the sensory journey the consumer goes on and the choices at different moments, as well as the emotional journey.  This ultimately enables the design of products the consumer wants, that meet the consumer expectation at the different touch points, and also product experiences that really fit into people's lives.

There will be a workshop  following the presentations and tours of the BAT sensory facility will be offered.

What participants will learn:

This training is organised by Nemis Technologies

This event is organised by IFST Food Science and Nutrition Special Interest Group

Obesity and poor diets are strongly associated with lower socioeconomic status. This seminar will explore this issue, along with the latest research trying to find practical solutions to address inequalities. The British Nutrition Foundation will provide an overview of the issues regarding accessing adequate nutrient intake for those in lower socioeconomic groups.

This event is organised by the British Society of Soil Science

This event is organised by Clean Cooling Network

This event is organised by IFST Western Branch

Christmas lecture and networking event.  

45 minute lecture with time for networking over mince pies.

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This event is open to all IFST members.

The IFST townhall meeting will be a key opportunity for the President and Chief Executive to engage directly with members.  They will give a review of progress in the year and  key achievements as well as providing an overview of future plans. 

We will invite members to reflect on the Institute’s future direction and contribute to its ongoing evolution. 

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