Newswise — CHICAGO—In celebration of Earth Day, the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) today released several resources that highlight the contributions of food science to a sustainable earth.
In addition to finding new ways to feed a growing population, food scientists work to conserve resources throughout the food system. They make sure land and water are conserved and protected as crops are grown and food products are made. They create packaging that is reduced, recycled and reusable to minimize waste and place food production plants in areas where food can be transported and distributed efficiently, and much more.
IFT recommends the following resources to learn more about how food science and technology contribute to making the earth a better place.
Sustainability VideoMary Wagner, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, Global Research and Development, Starbucks, explains how food scientists work to ensure environmentally friendly food production.http://www.ift.org/knowledge-center/learn-about-food-science/world-without-food-science/sustainability.aspx
Food Waste VideoJohn Floros, PhD, Dean of College of Agriculture and director of K-State Research and Extension discusses how food science reduces food waste.http://bcove.me/smd76a46
Feeding the World Today and TomorrowThis scientific review, published in the September 2010 Volume 9, Issue 5 issue of Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, takes a historical look at the food system, the many challenges ahead, and the crucial role of food science and technology in meeting the needs of the growing population. http://www.ift.org/Home/Knowledge%20Center/Read%20IFT%20Publications/Science%20Reports/IFT%20Scientific%20Review%20Feeding%20the%20World%20Today%20and%20Tomorrow.aspx
Food Technology Magazine
Building Sustainable Partnerships for Innovation http://www.ift.org/food-technology/past-issues/2012/june/columns/perspective.aspxFood Technology, June 2012
Food Science, Technology Contribute to Feeding A Growing Populationhttp://foodtecheperspective.wordpress.com/2011/10/07/food-science-technology-contribute-to-feeding-a-growing-population/Food Technology, October 2011
Sustainability Points to Plant Proteinshttp://www.ift.org/food-technology/past-issues/2010/november/columns/perspective.aspxFood Technology, November 2010
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About IFT For more than 70 years, IFT has existed to advance the science of food. Our nonprofit scientific society—more than 18,000 members from more than 100 countries—brings together food scientists, technologists and related professions from academia, government, and industry. For more information, please visit ift.org.
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