# IFT First 2026 · USA | TradeShowIntel > The IFT FIRST Annual Meeting & Food Expo is scheduled for July 12, 2026, in Chicago. No additional details such as venue specifics, exhibitors, organizers, or o URL: https://tradeshowintel.com/events/ift-first-2026 --- Trade Show # IFT First 2026 The IFT FIRST Annual Meeting & Food Expo is scheduled for July 12, 2026, in Chicago. No additional details such as venue specifics, exhibitors, organizers, or other events were found in the provided content. The IFT FIRST Annual Meeting & Food Expo is scheduled for July 12, 2026, in Chicago. No additional details such as venue specifics, exhibitors, organizers, or other events were found in the provided content. ## Event details - **Dates:** 12–15 Jul 2026 - **Venue:** McCormick Place (South Hall) - **Category:** Trade Show ## Audience scale - **Exhibitors:** 1,000+ - **Attendees:** 15,000+ ## Why exhibit Exhibit at IFT FIRST to showcase your products and technologies to a highly-engaged audience of food science innovators, decision-makers, and solution providers. As the leading food science and innovation expo, it offers a dynamic environment with programming directly in the expo hall, creating seamless connections between researchers, exhibitors, and industry professionals. Gain competitive intelligence, explore emerging technologies, and connect with the brightest minds across the entire food ecosystem. ## Why visit Attend IFT FIRST to connect with innovators, decision-makers, and solution providers across every sector of food science and technology. Experience innovative scientific programming, access cutting-edge research from 1,000+ exhibitors, and discover real-world solutions in a dynamic, integrated environment. Whether you're a researcher, supplier, or industry professional, you'll find solutions to business challenges while networking with the global food science community. ## Exhibitor profile - Ingredient Manufacturers - Food Technology Suppliers - Food Safety Solutions - Sustainability Innovators - Supply Chain Optimization - Nutrition and Health - Emerging Food Technologies - Food Processing Equipment ## Visitor profile - Food Scientists - Research and Development Professionals - Procurement and Supply Chain Managers - Product Developers - Quality Assurance Specialists - Academic Researchers - Industry Decision-Makers - Food Technology Students