Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology

19/06/2026

An important reminder that careers across the food science and technology sector are built not just on knowledge, but on connection.

Whether you are looking for your first role, stepping into a new one, building capability or wanting to stay close to the issues shaping the profession, AIFST gives you a professional network you can keep drawing on throughout your career.

Join AIFST to stay connected, keep learning and be part of Australia’s food science and technology community.

We would love you join us! See how here - https://www.aifst.asn.au/Membership-1

19/06/2026

AIFST26 is more than a Convention — it is an opportunity to connect with the people, ideas and conversations shaping the agrifood science and technology sector.

Hear from AIFST member and early career professional Annelise Sarikas on why attending AIFST26 is a valuable opportunity to learn, connect and be part of the agrifood science and technology community.

Annelise joined AIFST in 2019 while studying a Bachelor of Food Science and Technology with Honours at UNSW, graduating in 2022. Her story is a great reminder of the value of connection — from student member to early career professional.

With less than six weeks to go, AIFST26 Convention is your opportunity to connect with peers, industry leaders, researchers, students and professionals from across the agrifood sector.

The value of AIFST26 doesn’t end when the Convention does. All sessions will be recorded, giving delegates the flexibility to revisit presentations, catch up on concurrent sessions and continue learning after the event.

Join us in Melbourne, 27–28 July, co-located with foodpro 2026.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Register today: https://www.aifst.asn.au/AIFST-2026

18/06/2026

Each issue of food australia features articles from leading industry experts and academics tackling real-world challenges and emerging opportunities — from allergen management and food safety to nutrition science and regulatory reform.

It’s a resource you can keep referring to throughout your career — rich in ideas, data, and expert commentary that can help drive the future of Australia’s agrifood industry.

Past issues are accessible on the AIFST website!

Start reading now:
Go to 'Learn' → 'food australia' on the AIFST website or click the link below to read past issues.
https://www.aifst.asn.au/Food-Australia-Journal-Past-Issues

Even better, why not join AIFST to receive your priority copy each quarter: https://ow.ly/LPbf50Q2s0B

18/06/2026

18/06/2026

ENGAGE 2026 continued at RMIT University this week, with students exploring how food science, product development and consumer insights come together in the agrifood sector.

Students explored research and development in food science and the broader agrifood sector, with a focus on scientific, technical and business development of a product.

Thank you to Professor Jayani Chandrapa, RMIT University for welcoming students and to Justin Nugent, FaBA, and Deon Mahoney, AIFST, for opening the evening.

We also thank our speakers:
🔹 Dr Mahsa Majzoobi, RMIT University & Dr Aida Golneshin from Edlynn Food - 'Scientific, technical, and business development of a product'
🔹 Dr Penny Brotja, Kathryn Colla, Christopher Brown from Kantar - 'From concept to consumer and beyond'

Thank you also to the students for bringing their energy and curiosity, and to the industry and academic guests who joined in person for discussion, networking and connection.

ENGAGE 2026 is AIFST’s national student program, delivered in partnership with FaBA, bringing students together with experts from across food science, technology and the broader agrifood sector.

With more than 200 students already involved, ENGAGE 2026 is building strong momentum across the country.

📣 Next stop: University of Melbourne — 20 August
https://www.aifst.asn.au/event-6519599

18/06/2026

Food science doesn’t stand still. And neither should you.

At foodpro 2026, discover the latest advancements in food safety, QA, R&D and formulation, all in one place.

See the technologies, suppliers and solutions shaping what’s next. Register for your free ticket and join us from the 26-29 July 2026 at MCEC 💥

https://lnkd.in/g3nS6MkM

18/06/2026

18/06/2026

That’s a wrap on Eat. Meet. Comply! 👏

This week we hosted the final event in the Eat. Meet. Comply. series in Brisbane, in collaboration with KHQ Lawyers and Osborne Richardson.

With a full room and strong discussion throughout the evening, the event brought together food and beverage industry professionals for practical insights into the legal, regulatory and workforce issues shaping the sector.

Thank you to Charles Fisher from KHQ Lawyers and Nick Shaw from Osborne Richardson for sharing your expertise, and to everyone who joined us in Brisbane and contributed to such a valuable evening of conversation and connection.

AIFST is proud to support opportunities that bring the food and agrifood sector together to learn, connect and discuss the issues that matter.

To find out more about upcoming events visit - https://www.aifst.asn.au/Upcoming-Events

17/06/2026

Introducing the AIFST Learning Hub!

Professional learning, with on-demand access when and where you need it.

We are excited to introduce the AIFST Learning Hub — a new online platform supporting, self directed lifelong learning for food science and technology professionals.

Bringing together webinars, courses and professional development resources, the AIFST Learning Hub will provide on-demand access to professional learning, helping members build capability and stay connected to the science shaping a safe, sustainable and innovative food future.

Currently available - AIFST's national student program 'Engage 2026', delivered in partnership with Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA), along with a selection of free webinars and the opportunity to pre-order our popular Food Science Fundamentals course.

The AIFST Learning Hub will continue to grow, with new learning resources being added so visit again soon!

Explore the Hub and start planning your on-demand professional learning today. Visit https://www.aifst.asn.au/Learning-Hub/

17/06/2026

How do we design food experiences that people can trust?

Session 2.2 at AIFST26 will explore Sensory & Consumer Science, with a focus on human centricity, changing food experiences, precision sensory and the role of sensory science at the interface of health, policy and experience.

🔹 Chaired by Jodie Hill, Sensory Solutions, the session will feature:
🔹 Dr Julia Low — Human Centricity: What it really means for the food sensory scientist
🔹 Associate Professor Isabel Krug — GLP-1 use and food experience: What changes in taste, appetite, and product acceptance?
🔹 Dr Daniel Hwang — Gender, hormones & life-stage: Towards ‘precision sensory’
🔹 Speaker panel — Designing food people can trust: Sensory science at the interface of health, policy, and experience

Join us on Tuesday 28 July for Day 2 of the AIFST26 Convention!

View the AIFST26 day one and day two program and register today: https://www.aifst.asn.au/AIFST-2026