Upcoming Events

Culinary Arts & the Food Industry Collaboration

HTC – Brooklyn Park Campus Wednesday, March 18, 2026 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM This session will provide a comprehensive look at the HTC Culinary Arts program, followed by an exploration of the distinctions between the Baking & Pastry and Culinary pathways. We will outline the key differences betwe Learn More

Mérieux NutriSciences Lab Tour & Networking

Mérieux NutriSciences Thursday, March 19, 2026 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Join MNIFT New Connections for an evening of networking, industry insights, and an exclusive behind‑the‑scenes lab tour at Mérieux NutriSciences! Learn More

Suppliers’ Expo 2026

Monday, September 28, 2026 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Exhibitor registration opens March 4!.

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Past Events
Food Law & the Current Impacts from Recent Changes Cargill Office Center Friday, September 19, 2025 5:00PM – 7:00PM With speaker Dr. Diana Winters, Deputy Director of Resnick Center for Food Law and Policy. Learn More
MN-IFT x RCA | Post Supplier Show Happy Hour PURIS HQ Wednesday, October 8, 2025 5:00PM – 7:00PM After the MN-IFT Supplier Expo, MN-IFT is hosting a free networking Happy Hour in partnership with the Research Chefs Association (RCA) at the PURIS headquarters. Learn More
New Professionals Pumpkin Painting La Doña Brewery Wednesday, October 29, 2025 4:00PM – 6:00PM This pumpkin painting activity is a casual, holiday-themed event designed to foster community and connection. Learn More
Lunch & Learn Virtual Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00PM – 12:30PM Join a conversation with our 2025 Macy Award Recipient Dr. Joe M. Regenstein – Professor Emeritus, Department of Food Science Head of Cornell Kosher and Halal Food Initiative. Learn More
What’s Really in Your Food? General Mills HQ Tuesday, December 2, 2025 4:00PM – 7:00PM What’s Really in Your Food? Learn More
SK Coffee: Tour & Tasting SK Coffee: Coffee Bar & Roastery Wednesday, December 17, 2025 5:00PM – 6:30PM Join MN IFT New Professionals at SK Coffee’s Vandalia Tower Coffee Bar & Roastery for a guided tasting and tour. Learn More
The Evolution of Dairy Sustainability Land O’Lakes Wednesday, January 21, 2026 5:00PM – 7:30PM Addressing the ever-relevant topic of dairy sustainability from farm to end use. Learn More
Fueling the Future: Protein, Sustainability & Entrepreneurship with MBOLD + PLUS Tour of SunOpta Labs SunOpta Headquarters Thursday, February 12, 2026 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM Overview: Unlocking Protein Innovation: MBOLD + MNIFT at SunOpta. Join us for an exciting and educational gathering designed to bring together Minnesota’s vibrant food science, technical, and innovation community with l Learn More
Foundations of Investing Seminar by Edward Jones Actalent Wednesday, February 25, 2026 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Join MNIFT New Connections for an engaging session on the fundamentals of investing, hosted in collaboration with Edward Jones. Learn More