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Happy World Food Day 2026!

Today, GhAFoST joins the global community to celebrate the power of innovation in building nutritious, safe, and sustainable food systems for all. Let us embrace innovative solutions, promote better nutrition, strengthen food security, and work together towards a healthier and more sustainable future. Innovate Today. Nourish Tomorrow.

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DEADLINE EXTENDED

Abstracts are invited for oral and poster presentations, and the submission deadline has been extended to 15th October 2026. Please scan the QR code on the flyer to submit your abstract or use the link: https://forms.gle/dE7CUc1vP3RYUZmr8 Don’t miss this opportunity to share your research and contribute to advancing food science and technology in Ghana. For […]

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CHANGE OF DATE

Please be informed that the GhAFoST Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference 2026 has been rescheduled. The new date for the conference is Thursday, 29th October 2026. All other details remain the same: Time: 10:00 AMVenue: Allotey Auditorium, College of Science, KNUSTTheme: Advancing Sustainable Food Systems through Strategic Partnerships and InnovationRegistration is still ongoing. Kindly […]

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CALL FOR ABSTRACTS | GhAFoST AGM & SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE 2026

Do you have research, an innovative idea, or findings in food science and technology that you would like to share? This is your opportunity to showcase your work at the GhAFoST Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference 2026 under the theme “Advancing Sustainable Food Systems through Strategic Partnerships and Innovation”. GhAFoST invites abstracts for oral and […]

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GhAFoST Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference 2026

GhAFoST invites members, students, researchers, industry professionals, and stakeholders to its Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference 2026.Theme: Advancing Sustainable Food Systems through Strategic Partnerships and InnovationDate: Thursday, 15th October 2026Time: 10:00 AM promptVenue: Allotey Auditorium, College of Science, KNUST-Kumasi Don’t miss this opportunity to engage and contribute to shaping the future of food science […]

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Understanding Fruit Ripening

Fruit ripening is a natural, developmentally regulated process that transforms a mature fruit into an attractive, tasty and edible product. During ripening, fruits undergo several biochemical and physiological changes, including changes in color, sugar content, acidity, texture and aroma. These changes determine many of the sensory qualities that make fruits desirable to consumers. One of […]

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GhAFoST and FST-KNUST Host International Webinar on Academic Careers, Human Health and Food Innovation

The Ghana Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (GhAFoST), in collaboration with the Department of Food Science and Technology (FST), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), successfully hosted the maiden edition of  International Webinar on Wednesday, 1st July 2026. The webinar brought together renowned researchers, academics, industry professionals, and students to explore emerging […]

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International Webinar with FST-KNUST and GhAFoST

We warmly invite you to the 2026 Global Webinar on Exploring Academic Careers and Practical Approaches to Managing Blood Sugar Spikes in the Human Digestive System. This session offers valuable insights into making informed career choices, avoiding early-stage mistakes, and understanding why some career paths become limiting over time. It also explores how daily dietary […]

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FOOD SAFETY WEEK 2026

Join the Ghana Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (GhAFoST) in celebrating Food Safety Week 2026. This initiative encourages students, researchers, institutions, industries, teams, and individuals to design and implement innovative food safety activities that promote safe food practices and public health. Participants are invited to submit evidence of their activities, including photos, videos, reports, […]

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Invitation to Bimonthly Webinar Series on the topic: Beyond The Buzz: Innovative Aroma Enhancement in Non-Alcoholic Wines

The Ghana Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (GhAFoST) warmly invites the researchers, students, industry practitioners and stakeholders to its next webinar Series on the theme “Beyond the Buzz: Innovative Aroma Enhancement  in Non-Alcoholic Wines”. This session will explore emerging techniques used to elevate aroma profiles in non-alcoholic wines, addressing one of the major challenges […]

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