‘Its Crunch Time’ is the timely theme of the 42nd annual Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) Convention to be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, 13 to 16 July 2009.
With challenges mounting for the food industry, not the least being production downturns from devastated environments and the global financial crisis, there is no doubt it is now ‘Crunch Time’ for all involved.
While food used to ride a recessionary downturn better than other industries, success now will depend on driving efficiencies in conversion of our natural raw materials into nutritious healthy and economic foods for the consumer.
The impressive AIFST Convention program, packed with presentations by international industry leaders, is designed to help delegates recognise and adapt to the local and global changes.
Subjects include sustainability in food production, new technologies, food safety, business outlook/financial stability, nanotechnology, environmental impact on food and product innovation and trends.
The Convention offers attendees improved business knowledge and updated technical tools, support systems and contacts to assist in meeting these ‘crunching’ issues.
Additionally, satellite workshops will be conducted on 16 July 2009, with topics being new product development, consumer research and food allergen manaagement.
A trade exhibition of 46 services and products for the industry will also be located within the Convention venue.
The Convention is supported by the Queensland Government, through the Department Tourism, Regional Development and Industry, and the Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries.
Convention dates & times Monday 13th July 2009 open 1000, close 1800.
Tuesday 14 and Wednesday 15 July open 0830 close at 1700. Satellite Workshops 16 July, 2009.
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