June 18
Placemaker Lab: Community Seminars
What’s on Our Plate? The Future of Food
Panel Discussion with Marshal Shafkowitz, Chef Matt Cooper, Maryam Ahmed, and Rob Apple
Time
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Location
UC Merced on Main: 1635 M St, Merced
What does the future of food look like—and who gets a seat at the table? This dynamic panel brings together leaders from across the food ecosystem to explore emerging trends, shifting consumer expectations, sustainability, innovation, and the cultural forces shaping how and what we eat.
From supply chains and local sourcing to culinary creativity and food equity, the conversation will examine the challenges and opportunities ahead for producers, chefs, entrepreneurs, and communities alike. Participants will gain insight into how food systems are evolving—and what it will take to build a more resilient, inclusive, and forward-thinking future for food.