The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing food science globally, eagerly anticipates showcasing several supplier sessions and demonstrations at IFT FIRST: Annual Event and Expo. This premier event, focused on food science, technology, and innovation, will be held from July 14-17, 2024, at McCormick Place in Chicago.
At the heart of the expo is the world’s largest gathering of food science and innovation, featuring over 1,000 exhibitors from across the food industry. These exhibitors will present the latest in ingredients, equipment, processing, technology, safety, R&D, and packaging solutions. Key highlights include the Taste of Science, offering ingredient samples and product tastings, and the Business FIRST stage, where industry leaders will discuss challenges and opportunities in food science. Additionally, Fireside Chats will provide informal discussions on critical issues facing the food industry.
Christie Tarantino-Dean, CEO of IFT, emphasized the event’s role in spotlighting global food innovations that enhance health and nutrition worldwide. “IFT FIRST provides a glimpse into the future of food,” she remarked, urging attendees not to miss this transformative event.
Highlighted supplier sessions at IFT FIRST include:
Infor Infor will present “Harnessing AI and PLM for Next-Level Food and Beverage Innovation” on July 16, showcasing strategies to optimize product development using AI, ML, and PLM technologies.
Jungbunzlauer On July 15, Jungbunzlauer will discuss flavor innovation in BCAA recovery drinks, addressing taste challenges in sports nutrition with sodium gluconate.
NURA USA LLC NURA will introduce advanced postbiotic solutions on July 15, focusing on health innovations and introducing new products for gut health.
dsm-firmenich dsm-firmenich will explore comprehensive sugar reduction strategies on July 16, aiming to maintain taste while reducing sugar content in food and beverages.
Edlong Flavor Solutions Edlong’s fireside chat on July 15 will explore the role of functional foods in changing perceptions of processed foods, highlighting innovations in dairy and dairy-free flavors.
Ardent Mills Ardent Mills will discuss crafting superior gluten-free foods with sorghum on July 15, showcasing innovations in the gluten-free market.
For more information on these sessions and to register for IFT FIRST, visit www.iftevent.org/attend/registration.
