Relying on a handful of crops makes the entire system more vulnerable to pests, disease, and climate shocks. By cultivating a more biodiverse food system, we can really get ahead of food insecurity.

Balance IQ with EQ. Food companies have always thrived on facts, data, and technical and scientific advances—the so-called ...

When startup Pairwise launched Conscious Greens, a line of CRISPR-edited mustard greens, consumers got to experience something new. By reducing the greens’ natural wasabi-like bite, the team created a ...

Join us for an inspiring free webinar spotlighting the next generation of food scientists. This special event, co-hosted by the British Section of IFT and IFST Future Scientists, will feature ...

Swicy mashups, savory–sweet pairings, and sour notes fuel innovation. Authentic global cuisines replace broad, Americanized versions. Botanicals, adaptogens, and fermented ingredients link flavor with ...

The conversation around cultivated meat needs a reset. Cultivated meat and seafood are transformative solutions, with potential to drastically cut environmental footprints, eliminate ethical concerns ...

The “health halo” is a powerful psychological effect that leads consumers to believe certain foods are healthier than they are, simply because of appealing claims on the label. This phenomenon ...

Greek philosopher and physician Hippocrates made his often-repeated proclamation, “Let food be thy medicine, and let medicine be thy food,” more than 2,000 years ago. He was far from alone in his ...

The phase-out of synthetic food dyes is moving from proposal to reality, and product developers are under pressure to adapt. At IFT FIRST: Annual Event and Expo, held July 14–16 in Chicago, a Hot ...

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, known as Industry 4.0, marks a transformative shift in global industries driven by rapid technological advancements. At its core, Industry 4.0 integrates digital and ...

Each year, IFT honors individuals whose careers exemplify excellence in the science of food. At the 2025 IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo in July, six new Fellows and 11 Achievement Award winners were ...

From the latest in AI-powered R&D to sprinkle-topped lemonade and vegan mac & cheese, day one at IFT FIRST®: Annual Event and Expo delivered a feast of innovation. The expo floor buzzed with ...