Issue 2 I September 2024

Debbie Levine

We are thrilled to have such a broad and engaged community. Our goal is to increase attendance at our meetings, and we have an exciting lineup of topics planned for the upcoming months. Please refer to the calendar of events in this newsletter or on the NYIFT website www.nyift.org.

Are you ready to revolutionize your zero-ABV drink recipes with insights from an internationally-renowned mixologist and the science behind spirit-free drinks?

Join us for a night of learning with a mocktail networking hour, dinner & presentation. The zero-ABV market is predicted to hit $271 billion by 2033, but for many recipe developers creating compelling spirit-free drinks is an elusive hit-or-miss process.

Join internationally-renowned mixologist Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at New York’s award-winning Institute of Culinary Education and author of the long-running Imbible series of cocktail shows, for a deep-dive into the science of spirit-free recipes that will set your zero-ABV drinks above the rest.

We’ll cover the history of non-alcoholic drinks, walk you through the chemistry that differentiates non-alcoholic drinks from their spirited cousins, and explore recipe development techniques you can start using quickly, easily, and successfully.

Whether you want to enhance your existing spirit-free development program or you’re looking to create a new one, you won’t want to miss this forward-thinking guide to greater profitability and expanded customer inclusion!

NOVEMBER

Tuesday, November 19, 2024: Joint NYIFT/CNJIFT Dinner Meeting - 6 PM

Topic: “GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications – Targeted Opportunities for the Food and Supplement Industries"

A Panel Discussion with Speakers: Dr. Colette Knight, MD; Dr. Suketu Patel, MD; Linda Zeitzoff, MSN, CRNP, CDCES; Jing Zhou, Ph.D.; and Moderator Laura Rokosz, Ph.D., RDN.

Location: The Grain House Restaurant - Olde Mill Inn, Basking Ridge, NJ

DECEMBER

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 CNJIFT Holiday Meeting

Topic: "Texture Trends - a Culinary Innovation"

Presented by Ingredion's Culinology Team

Location: B2 Bistro + Bar, 230 Washington Place, North Brunswick Township, NJ 

The balance of the program for the 2024/2025 NYIFT/CNJIFT year is still being planned; but will include:

• A virtual presentation in January, 2025 from Lynn Dornblaser of MINTEL.
• Student Night at Rutgers University in February, 2025. 
• Suppliers’ Day along with a technical seminar and other events are being planned for April 15, 2025 in Edison, New Jersey.

Look for the NIFTY News for additional details as the planning committee works on another year of timely topics. Dates are subject to change based on speaker and venue availability.

As the new academic year begins, Rutgers Food Science students are eager to embrace fresh opportunities for learning, innovation, and professional development. Before we dive into what’s ahead, let’s take a moment to reflect on the achievements of the past year and use those successes as a foundation for even greater accomplishments.

Last year, the Graduate Student Association (GSA) and the Undergraduate Club worked closely with NYIFT/CNJIFT, bringing more students to the dinner meetings and other activities. Students also played an active role in various events, such as volunteering at Supplier’s Day.

One of the highlights was Student Night, a highly successful event organized by the GSA, which attracted over 90 attendees. This event provided students with valuable insights into possible career paths and opportunities to build connections with industry professionals, as well as showcase their research projects to the attendees.

Plan on joining us for a panel discussion entitled “GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications – Targeted Opportunities for the Food and Supplement Industries".

The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at the Grain House Restaurant - Olde Mill Inn Basking Ridge, NJ.

The GLP-1 (Glucagon-like peptide-1) medications phenomenon is expected to cover 10% of the global population by 2030 and demand outpaces supply in many countries. The medically supported weight loss market is projected to reach up to $100 billion by 2030. These weight loss and diabetes control medications should be looked at as an opportunity more than a threat to the Food Industry. 

This event will be a panel presentation of 4 speakers and a moderator followed by Q&A with attendees.  

Each year, IFT shines the spotlight on individuals or teams for their remarkable contributions in research, applications, and service in the field of food science and technology. If someone you know is advancing the profession through their work, nominate them for an IFT Achievement Award. Additionally, IFT honors exemplary achievement and service to the profession through the IFT Fellows Program. All recipients will be honored during ceremonies at IFT FIRST ‘25 in Chicago.

Applications for IFT Achievement Awards and Fellows will be open from October 7, 2024 through early January, 2025 start thinking about an outstanding individual or team for these Awards.

 For complete details on the nomination process visit https://www.ift.org/community/awards-and-recognition after October 7^th.

If you or someone you know are interested in amplifying your involvement in IFT, now is your chance—nominations and applications for the 2025-2026 IFT Board of Directors are open!

Serving on the Board offers a unique opportunity for dedicated members to have a crucial role in guiding IFT's strategic direction, mobilizing resources, and ensuring progress toward IFT’s mission.

To learn more about the application process, roles, responsibilities, and time commitment, please visit the Board Leadership Applications web page

All completed applications must be received by Wednesday, October 9, 2024 to be considered.

Get Involved! (Experience NOT Required!)

It’s never too late to become involved in the Section’s activities. You’ll quickly learn how rewarding it will be both personally and professionally. To learn more about the various positions contact us using the button below.

The Executive Committee is made up of New York and Central New Jersey Officers and Committee members.

The New York Institute of Food Technologists is better than ever. We invite your organization to get involved and show your support for NYIFT and the Food Industry through Corporate Sponsorship. The annual cost is $350.00.

There are many benefits of becoming a Corporate Sponsor of NYIFT that include, but are not limited to:

• A discount per booth at the NYIFTs Suppliers Day April 15, 2025 in Edison, NJ
• Receipt of a full list of Suppliers Day participants with their name, company and contact information
• Complimentary employment advertising – a savings of $200 per ad per month!
• Your company name publicized in each issue of the NYIFT newsletter and on the website.
• A Certificate of Sponsorship by email that can be displayed in multiple locations. 

Thank you for supporting NYIFT & CNJIFT. Your contributions help fund the NYIFT Scholarships and Awards Program. A star (*) indicates a new Corporate Sponsor for 2024 (as of 9/1/24)

Accurate Ingredients /Ingredient Resources

Advanced BioTech

Almendra Americas, LLC

Angel Yeast Co. Ltd. *

Ardent Mills *

Arnhem

Atlantic Sweetner Company*

Bakto Flavors *

BASF SE

Berjé Inc.

Brad-Pak Enterprises

Capua 1800 *

Colony Gums –

A Brenntag Group Co. *

Costello Creative Group

Dempsey Corporation

Domino Foods/ASR Group *

Eagle Protect *

Ecuadorian Rainforest

Elementar Americas *

Enzyme Development Corp.

Essex Food Ingredients

Gold Coast Ingredients Inc.

Hunter Walton & Co. Inc.

IMCD US Food

Ingredient Connections, Inc.

Ingredion Inc.

iSpiceFoods

iTi Tropicals

Lapoint Packaging at PackGen *

Master Martini

Matrix Sciences, Inc.

MicroThermics

Munzing

Natara

Nestle Health Science *

NFP Processing *

NJ Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) *

OSF Flavors

Pacific Farms *

Perimondo

Revelations Biotech US LLC

RKL ESolutions

S. Kamberg & Co. Ltd. *

Scott Process Equipment Corp.

Sigachi *

Starboard Consultants

Stratas Foods

Sunland Nutrition, Inc. *

Takasago International *

Virginia Dare

Contact Us! Please note, to contact the NYIFT Office or any officer the new e-mail address is: NYIFToffice@NYIFT.org

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