Institutions Involved in Food Safety: International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST)

The International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST) is the sole global, country-member organization, representing more than 200 000 food scientists and technologists. It is a voluntary, non-profit association linking the world's food scientists and technologists through international cooperation and exchange of scientific and technical information. IUFoST is a full member of the International Council for Science (ICSU) and works closely with several United Nations agencies and other international organizations, to transfer technical knowledge and strategies for the developing world. IUFoST sponsors international and regional congresses, conferences, symposia and workshops and promotes a safe, secure and wholesome food supply.