Closing Ceremony of the IUFoST 2026 World Food Congress and General Assembly

As the IUFoST World Congress heads into its final day tomorrow, join us in honoring scientific breakthrough, emerging talent, and global industry leadership before we officially close out this incredible week.

Awards Ceremony & Closing Ceremonies

  • When: Tomorrow, 12:30 - 13:00
  • Where: Hall 5 Plenary
  • Who Should Attend: Open to all congress delegates and participants!

Join us to celebrate the visionary scientists, students, and pioneers being recognized across our official congress competitions and recognitions:

  • Young Scientist Awards
  • Food Sustainability Awards
  • Food Safety Without Borders Awards
  • Quiz Bowl
  • Rose Spiess Foundation’s IUFoST Video Competition
  • Food Product Development Competition (undergraduate students)
  • Global Food Industry Awards
  • Mascot Design Competition
  • Food Science Goes Viral (TikTok Competition)
  • Global Almond Innovation Competition​

Let’s fill Hall 5 to applaud our colleagues whose research and innovations are shaping the future of food systems!

IUFoST General Assembly

  • When: Tomorrow, 13:15 – 14:15
  • Where: Breakout Rooms 9 and 10
  • Voting Delegates: IUFoST National Adhering Bodies / National Members
  • Official Observers: IAFoST Academy Fellows, Committee Members, and Associate Members

Following the closing ceremonies, designated representatives and observers will convene to review Union business, governance, strategic priorities, and regional directives for the coming term.

Delegates and observers are kindly requested to take their seats promptly by 13:15 in Breakout Rooms 9 & 10.

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