The International Dairy Federation (IDF) continues its partnership with IUFoST in presenting a joint webinar on Food Processing: Sustainability and Misconceptions on Monday, 28 April from 15.00 - 16.30 CEST.
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Food processing plays a critical role in ensuring food safety, nutrition, sustainability. However, misconceptions about processed foods have led to challenges in public perception.
The International Dairy Federation (IDF) and the International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST) are hosting this webinar to explore the multifaceted role of food processing in today's food system, examining its necessity, impact on sustainability, and contribution to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Key discussions will address common misconceptions and challenges surrounding processed and ultra processed foods. The session will introduce advancements in the classification of processed foods, drawing on the IUFoST Task Force approach to foster greater consensus and understanding. |
Speakers:
Marie-Claude Gentes – Welcome and Moderation: Chair of the IDF Standing Committee on Dairy Science and Processing Technology, and Research Scientist, Dairy Processing, Science and Technology Branch, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Government of Canada
The historical origins and significance of dairy processing: Alan Kelly - Professor at University College Cork, Ireland, and representative in the IDF Science and Programme Coordination Committee
Misconceptions and challenges related to processed foods: Adam Drewnowski - Professor of Epidemiology, core faculty in the Food Systems, Nutrition and Health Programme, University of Washington, USA.
Advancements in improving processed food classification: Lilia Ahrné – Chair, IUFoST Scientific Council and Professor of Ingredient and Dairy Technology, Department of Food Science, University of Copenhagen, Denmark, followed by Q&A .
Join us! To register click here.
