Food Authority sponsors AIFST convention

Demonstrating our commitment to food safety, the Food Authority is proud to be the Major Sponsor of the 48th Annual Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) Convention and the 15th Australian Food Microbiology Conference, to be held together for the first time from 11–13 August 2015, at Luna Park, Sydney. The Deputy Director General of Biosecurity & Food Safety, Bruce Christie, will officially open proceedings with a welcome to delegates.

The AIFST is a national association representing individuals from all sectors of the Australian food and allied industries, food research organisations and food regulatory bodies. The Convention is the premier food technology event in Australia for industry, research and government organisations, both locally and overseas.

The Food Authority will have a strong presence at the Convention with presentations being delivered on the investigation of foodborne diseases and how outbreaks and scientific research can lead to policy change. Representatives will also participate in a food labelling interactive session.

As part of the Convention, a Food Entrepreneur Business Essentials Workshop will be held on Wednesday 12 August 2015. Fifteen industry professionals will navigate delegates through three sessions covering the essential know-how that is needed to develop a sustainable and successful food business.

Delegates will have the opportunity to interact with all presenters, enjoy refreshment breaks within the Convention exhibition hall, see displays from 42 exhibitors and also receive access to all workshop presentations. To register for the workshop, visit www.aifst.asn.au/registration.htm

To view the full program and/ or for more information about the Convention, visit www.aifst.asn.au/convention.htm