Andrew was awarded Member of the Month for helping out at both of the Big Bang fairs that IFST participated in this year, promoting food science to students aged 7-16
How does it feel to be recognised as ‘Member of the Month’?
Its a very satisfying yet overwhelming feeling as I am sure there are much more worthy recipients!
Why do you think it’s important to be a part of IFST as a student?
IFST provides such a vast wealth of knowledge to a newcomer to the industry like myself and also provide sources to expand my developing academic knowledge. In addition, the potential networking opportunities are immense and allow a fantastic way to assist in getting your foot into the door of the food industry.
What did you enjoy most about the Big Bang fairs?
The excitement/repulse on the children's faces when they saw/ate the crickets and mealworms!
You’ve just finished your placement year, how was that?
This was a year of incredible 'hands on' experience in the food industry and allowed me to gain a vast insight into how smaller, family owned food manufacturers deal with QA/Technical duties in comparison to my theoretical understanding.
Any plans for the summer?
Enjoying being back home with friends and getting back into playing and coaching cricket and a holiday to Sardinia. I am also lucky enough to have attained a summer experience position working with Authenticate IS, a quickly expanding company aiming to create true transparency in the food supply chain.
