On behalf of the ICoMST Secretary, we are honoured to host the 67th International Congress of Meat Science and Technology. Since its first edition in 1955, ICoMST has become one of the largest and most prestigious  international meetings of meat technology scientists, professionals, business operators, and representatives of legislative bodies, gathering over 550 attendees from all over the world. ICoMST is aimed at enhancing the co-operation and exchange of scientific information between academic and industry researchers in the field of meat science and technology. The Congress meetings focus on presenting the latest findings in specific scientific disciplines, critically reviewing the work done in the various fields, and updating the latest knowledge on current issues that are most relevant for meat as food.

The 67th ICoMST will tackle the most pressing problems faced by the meat industry, with specialized sessions organized on the following subjects:

• Animal welfare vs. Human welfare
• Innovations in animal production 
• Muscle tissue biology
• Safety and authenticity in meat production
• Emerging technologies in meat processing
• Bioactive compounds from and for meat
• Meat Processing: from food additives and process optimization to robotics and automation
• Sustainability in meat processing-waste management and pet food production
• Traditional meat products
• Consumer trends and food waste reduction
• Nutritional quality of meat, meat analogues, and the available alternatives

Marzena Zając
Head of the Organizing Committee