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 Nibbles Newsletter
Nibbles Newsletter
Published: 10th June 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…
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…
Latest Food New Zealand Issue
FoodNZ Latest Issue
Published: 1st June 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…
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…
NZ Food Industry Salary Survey Closes June 2nd
News
Published: 1st May 2025
Lawson Williams and NZIFST are pleased to offer members access to the 2025 NZ Food Industry Salary Survey.
Closing Date - 2 June 2025.
Lawson Williams and NZIFST are pleased to offer members access to the 2025 NZ Food Industry Salary Survey.
Closing Date - 2 June 2025.
Upcoming Events
NZIFST Conference 2025
In Person Only Events
Begins: 24th June 2025
NZIFST's Annual Conference is being held in Papaioea Palmerston North from 24th to 26th June.
NZIFST is celebrating 60 years with the theme of Embracing Tradition, Transforming the Future.
Palmy Conference + Function Centre
NZIFST's Annual Conference is being held in Papaioea Palmerston North from 24th to 26th June.
NZIFST is celebrating 60 years with the theme of Embracing Tradition, Transforming the Future.
Breakfast In Honour of Dr Mike Boland
Online Only Events
Other Events
Begins: 26th June 2025
The Riddet Institute, in collaboration with the New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology (NZIFST), invites friends and colleagues of Mike Boland to a special breakfast celebrating his significant contribution…
Gallery Room, Level 1, Palmy Conference + Function Centre, 354 Main Street, Palmerston North
The Riddet Institute, in collaboration with the New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology (NZIFST), invites friends and colleagues of Mike Boland to a special breakfast celebrating his significant contribution…
NZIFST Post Conference Massey Facilites Tour
In Person Only Events
Factory Visits
Begins: 26th June 2025
Make the most of your time in Palmerston North by hopping on our bus to join us for a fun and informative tour of Massey University, Riddet Institute and AgResearch food facilities on the Massey Manawatū campus.
Massey University Turitea Campus
Make the most of your time in Palmerston North by hopping on our bus to join us for a fun and informative tour of Massey University, Riddet Institute and AgResearch food facilities on the Massey Manawatū campus.
** These are just some of the events we have coming up, for the complete list, check the Events page. **