foodpro has introduced a significant partnership with the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST), with the AIFST convention (AIFST26) being run concurrently with the foodpro 2026 occasion on the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 26–29 July 2026.
AIFST26 can be held over two days — Monday, 27 and Tuesday, 28 July through the four-day foodpro occasion.
foodpro 2026 will deliver collectively the complete spectrum of meals manufacturing and packaging with greater than 400 exhibitors, shows and hands-on studying alternatives for attendees.
By co-locating with foodpro, AIFST26 will deliver collectively meals science and expertise professionals, researchers, regulators and business stakeholders alongside the broader meals and beverage manufacturing and processing neighborhood.
Attendees of AIFST26 can anticipate to discover matters of meals security, sensory and client science, meals safety and resilience, advances in well being and vitamin, meals manufacturing, meals coverage and regulation, in addition to innovation and sustainability.
Fiona Fleming, CEO of the AIFST, mentioned: “We’re thrilled to be partnering with foodpro 2026 — creating a strong platform to deliver the meals science and expertise neighborhood along with the broader meals manufacturing and packaging sector.
“It’s an opportunity to strengthen collaboration across the industry and highlight the essential role of food scientists and technologists in shaping a safe, sustainable and innovative food future for Australia.”
Louise Brooks, Commercial Product Manager of foodpro, mentioned: “We’re extremely proud to welcome the AIFST as an official Association Partner for foodpro 2026 — a partnership that displays our shared dedication to driving innovation, excellence and collaboration throughout your entire meals manufacturing and packaging provide chain.
“This partnership brings collectively the complete spectrum of our business from analysis and innovation to manufacturing and supply, creating an unparalleled platform for data sharing, collaboration and progress.
“Together, we’re connecting the people, ideas and technologies shaping the future of Australia’s food industry.”
Free customer registration for foodpro is offered at foodproexpo.com/register.
Tickets can be out there for the AIFST26 convention at www.aifst.asn.au.