Australian Food Science and Technology Week – 1-7 June 2026
Australian Food Science and Technology Week will take place from 1-7 June 2026, aiming to raise awareness of food science and technology and highlight the vital role food scientists and technologists play in shaping a safe, sustainable, and innovative agrifood future.
Throughout the week, agrifood industry professionals, educators, and students can engage with insights, discussions, and shared content across LinkedIn, Facebook, and industry platforms. This is an opportunity for the broader food sector to showcase and celebrate the essential contributions of food scientists and technologists and food science and technology across Australia for Australians.
Visit the AIFST website for updates on the Week aifst.asn.au/Food-Science-and-Technology-Week.
AIFST26: The Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology’s Annual Convention
The 2026 AIFST Convention (AIFST26) will bring together Australia’s agrifood science and technology community for two days of cutting-edge insights, industry connections, and professional growth.
With the theme Grow, Learn, Connect, and Champion, the convention will feature over 50 speakers from across the agrifood sector, covering key topics such as food safety, health and nutrition, consumer science, food security, advanced manufacturing, policy, regulation, innovation, and sustainability.
Benefits of attending
- Knowledge enhancement through the latest trends, research, and innovations
- Collaboration opportunities across academia, research, and business
- Insights into industry trends and evolving market demands
- Networking opportunities with industry leaders and like-minded professionals
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points for AIFST members.
No matter what area of the agrifood industry that you are working or studying in AIFST26 is the must attend event for anyone in the agrifood sector.
AIFST26 will also be co-located with foodpro 2026, Australia’s leading trade exhibition for food manufacturing, processing and packaging. This dual-event format provides attendees with expanded access to the full food and beverage value chain — from scientific research and regulation through to large-scale manufacturing, technology and innovation. With hundreds of exhibitors, live demonstrations and cross-sector networking opportunities, the co-location creates a unique environment where science, industry and commercial application come together in one place
Register via the AIFST website. Further details, including program and speaker announcements will be available via the AIFST dedicated Convention page in the coming months aifst.asn.au/AIFST-2026.
Date: 27-28 July 2026
Venue: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
