IFF, Florida Polytechnic University to Open Global Citrus Innovation Center
Public-private partnership to advance citrus research, development of breakthrough solutions for food, beverage and fragrance industries
In a ceremonial presentation, IFF and Florida Polytechnic University laid the foundation for a new Citrus Innovation Center, located on the University’s campus in Lakeland, Fla. The nearly 30,000sq-ft, standalone building will support global citrus research and development, and will include sensory and experience venues, research labs, processing, analytical departments, a fully equipped citrus garden and amenities for hosting customers and partners.
Nestled on the university’s campus in the heart of the citrus belt, the new, best-in-class center for excellence is designed, engineered and constructed by Ryan Companies, who upon completion, will maintain the building. The sprawling, glass-fronted building and surrounding grounds are slated for completion in late 2023.