Competitive Events · Food Products & Processing Systems
Food Science and Technology
From lab bench to label — evaluate, test, and solve problems in the science of food.
The Food Science and Technology Career Development Event challenges teams across the science of food — sensory evaluation, food safety, problem-solving, and product development — through hands-on labs and exams.
What students do
- Evaluate food samples through sensory and lab tests
- Apply food safety and quality principles
- Solve a real food-science problem as a team
- Identify ingredients, equipment, and processes
Why it matters
Food science feeds the future. Students build the lab, safety, and innovation skills behind careers in food technology, safety, nutrition, and product development.
139 Resources & Documents
Every guide, handbook, and resource for this program — handbooks, orientations, study materials, and past results.