IFT Food Expo (Chicago)IFT Food Expo

The IFT Food Expo in Chicago is the largest and most prestigious food technology exhibition in North America. Organized by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), it rotates among different U.S. cities annually. The exhibition showcases food additives, food ingredients, testing instruments, and new technologies in the food industry.

This year features an unparalleled lineup of world-class speakers from Amazon, the FDA, the National Institutes of Health (NIH), PepsiCo, WeightWatchers, and more, who will share groundbreaking advancements in food science. Be the first to learn about the latest innovations, including the transformative power of AI, global and consumer-centric developments, scientific approaches to preventing foodborne illnesses, digitalization and disruption, food as medicine, and beyond.

The IFT Food Expo offers exhibitors unlimited opportunities to connect with the most qualified ingredient, equipment, and technology providers, showcasing the latest products and services that are shaping the future of food. In the Innovation Lab, experience the thrill of turning abstract concepts into tangible solutions and build endless connections with like-minded professionals who will help you grow and sustain your business.

Held concurrently with the exhibition, the IFT Annual Event attracts a large number of food experts from around the world. The IFT Food Expo Annual Event provides the premier platform for global food technology and industry professionals to exchange knowledge and learn. The various papers presented at the conference reflect the latest achievements and progress in the field of food science and technology.