Introducing New Proficiency Testing
Explore two new series in our Laboratory Proficiency Program (LPP) — Avocado Oil and Lecithin. Enrollment is now available for the 2025-26 program year.
INFORM seminars
September 03, 2025
Recent Regulatory Changes and Trends in Europe regarding Hexane Extraction
In September 2024, EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) released a report that concluded that hexane approval for food should be reassessed. In this seminar, Laurence Jacques will share key insights on recent and upcoming regulatory shifts in Europe and explore the timelines and trends shaping solvent use.
Join here on event day: https://www.aocs.org/resource/recent-regulatory-changes-and-trends-in-europe-regarding-hexane-extraction
September 15, 2025
World Congress on Oils & Fats
The World Congress on Oils & Fats and ISF Lectureship Series.
September 29, 2025
Practical Short Course on Food Extrusion: Protein, Pulses, Cereals & Other Ingredients
A one-week Practical Short Course on “Food Extrusion: Protein, Pulses, Cereals &…
INFORM seminars
Recent Regulatory Changes and Trends in Europe regarding Hexane Extraction
In September 2024, EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) released a report that concluded that hexane approval for food should be reassessed. In this seminar, Laurence Jacques will share key insights on recent and upcoming regulatory shifts in Europe and explore the timelines and trends shaping solvent use.
Masterclasses
Controlling Lipid Oxidation: Strategies for Preserving Food Quality
Lipid oxidation forms hydroperoxides, aldehydes, ketones, acids, and alcohols that reduce food quality, detrimentally influencing flavor, aroma, and nutrition. This presentation will describe the challenges associated with these unwanted reactions in food systems and strategies to control them. New antioxidant sources decrease waste and increase quality and safety by maintaining the nutritional profile of foods.
Industry Trends, Regulatory Requirements, Webinars (On-Demand)
Policy Headwinds and Opportunities for the Oilseed Sector – On Demand Webinar
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