The Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) is holding its flagship convention from 12 to 13 August 2025.
AIFST25 aims to foster collaboration, ideas and conversations to build a more sustainable, resilient and inclusive food system for the future.
This year’s theme is ‘Grow, Learn, Connect, and Champion’. The event will feature a comprehensive technical program and exhibition, including more than 50 scientific food industry speakers.
Key topics will include:
- Food safety.
- Advances in health and nutrition.
- Sensory and consumer science
- Food security and resilience.
- Advanced food manufacturing.
- Food policy and regulation.
- Innovation and sustainability.
The event will also offer panel discussions and networking opportunities to drive food science collaboration.
“We are thrilled to bring together some of the brightest minds and most forward-thinking leaders across the agrifood sector for this year’s convention,” said AIFST CEO, Fiona Fleming.
“The convention serves as a pivotal platform to explore how the latest technologies and advances across multiple disciplines can drive sustainable practices and solutions for the agrifood industry of the future.”
The conference is expected to attract attendees from across the agrifood sector, including industry leaders, researchers, policymakers and students.
AIFST25 will be held at Crown Promenade, Melbourne 12-13 August.