Who is the New Zealand Institute of Food Science & Technology?

The New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology (NZIFST) is the country’s leading professional association representing people with an interest in food science and technology, and the food industry as a whole.

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Latest News

Latest Food New Zealand Issue

FoodNZ Latest Issue Published: 1st August 2025
Food New Zealand is the official Journal of the New Zealand Institute of Food Science & Technology Inc. 

Food New Zealand contains news and features on research, science and technology within the food industry, gathered…

Latest Nibbles Newsletter

Nibbles Newsletter Published: 8th July 2025
Nibbles is the fortnightly e-newsletter produced by NZIFST and sent to all members of the Institute plus those on our contact list who have subscribed to receive it – an audience of approx 2500.

Nibbles contains:

Membe…

NZIFST & Food Industry Awards 2025

News Published: 30th June 2025
 

We are delighted to announce the 2025 NZIFST & Food Industry Award Recipients 

Presented at the NZIFST Awards Dinner, as part of the 2025 NZIFST Annual Conference in Papaioea Palmerston North, 25t…

Upcoming Events

NZIFST - Auckland Branch Social Coffee & Connect

Networking Event In Person Only Events Begins: 10th August 2025
Harper Cafe & Restaurant, 1/26 Harrison Rd, Mt Wellington

Date: Aug 10, 2025 | 0 remaining tickets | 20 tickets sold

NZIFST FED Talk - Canterbury Branch presents - Leadership in these Challenging Times

FED Talks Hybrid Events Begins: 19th August 2025
In Person - Matt Solutions, 20 Avenger Cres, Wigram & Online

Date: Aug 19, 2025 | No ticket limit | 17 tickets sold

NZIFST FED Talk - Central Branch presents - Baking Smarter: Global Tech Insights to Cut Emissions with Syahmeer How

FED Talks Hybrid Events Begins: 4th September 2025
In Person - Holstein Friesian Rooms, FRDC, Palmerston North; Level 2, Pencarrow House, 1 Willeston St, Wellington & Online

Date: Sep 4, 2025 | No ticket limit | 1 tickets sold
** These are just some of the events we have coming up, for the complete list, check the Events page. **