Food Systems Institute
September 21-23, 2025
Chicago, Illinois
Applications close April 7, 2025
AFA Food Systems Institute
Beyond Farm to Fork: The Most Impactful Industry in the World
Unlock your potential in the essential Food Systems industry, a field that impacts everyone around the globe. Gain firsthand experience through exclusive industry tours, visiting sites like meat packing facilities, roasteries, sensory labs, and grain companies. (Bonus: Enjoy delicious samples at many tour stops!) Engage in one-on-one networking with industry experts, discuss your career path, and learn about Food Systems with peers from around the country.
Industry exposure
Visit food-related businesses and connect with leaders of major companies
Talk it out
Discuss innovations and challenges in the food industry
Food & food
Connect over dinner with industry guests and network with fellow students
Food Institute
Experience Info
September 21-23, 2025
Chicago Marriott O’Hare
8535 West Higgins Road
Chicago, IL 60631
All meals, program materials and rooms are paid for by AFA's partners. You are responsible for covering any incidental and parking charges added to your room.
May 19
May 20
May 21
2:45 P.M.
Mix and Mingle Registration
3:45 P.M.
Welcome and Orientation
5:00 P.M.
Dinner with Industry Professionals and AFA Alumni
6:00 P.M.
Adjourn for the Evening
“I had a phenomenal experience in Chicago representing Cornell University at the AFA Food Institute. It was a pleasure to network with so many other cool people interested in food systems and learn new perspectives on food production.”
Griffin Erich
Cornell University