# Event Details - **Event Name**: Trusting the Food System: Safety, Ingredients, and the Role of Regulation - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 16 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Wed, 16 Sep, 2026 at 01:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for an engaging panel discussion exploring how food regulations, ingredient transparency, and trust shape the modern food system.About this EventFREE EVENT OPEN TO ALL!This panel will examine current debates surrounding food additives, labeling practices, government oversight, and consumer confidence, while bringing together diverse perspectives on the balance between innovation, public health, and accountability in the foods we eat every day.Food provided.***This event is open to all FGCU students, faculty, staff, and community members. No RSVP required.To request special accommodations, please contact Justin Fitzgerald (jfitzgerald@fgcu.edu) at least 72 hours prior to the event.----------------------------------------------------------PARKING INSTRUCTIONS for Community Members:The University has provided a convenient Text to Park option for event parking.📱 Register on your phone!Text FGCUEPD to 44989 to complete your parking registration.➡️ Registration must be completed on the day of the event.Terms & Conditions:Message and data rates may apply. By using this service, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Policy.https://text2park.com/privacypolicy/ - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-myers/trusting-the-food-system-safety-ingredients-and-the-role-of-regulation/100001989304731001 - **Event Categories**: business, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: FGCU Cohen Student Union Ballroom - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Fort Myers - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: FGCU Cohen Student Union Ballroom - **lat**: 26.4660388 - **long**: -81.77198229999999 - **full address**: FGCU Cohen Student Union Ballroom, 11090 Fgcu Boulevard North, Fort Myers, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Trusting the Food System: Safety, Ingredients, and the Role of Regulation - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/c7a9b7e85fdf2b7407d8e25b96bc73709fb7f32d53301ceea6fdc98a5e2855d9-rimg-w654-h394-dcf6eef2-gmir.jpg?v=1778682434 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Trusting the Food System: Safety, Ingredients, and the Role of Regulation being held? - **A:** Trusting the Food System: Safety, Ingredients, and the Role of Regulation takes place on Wed, 16 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Wed, 16 Sep, 2026 at 01:30 pm at FGCU Cohen Student Union Ballroom, 11090 Fgcu Boulevard North, Fort Myers, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Trusting the Food System: Safety, Ingredients, and the Role of Regulation? - **A:** Trusting the Food System: Safety, Ingredients, and the Role of Regulation is organized by FGCU Office of Public Policy Events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Trusting the Food System: Safety, Ingredients, and the Role of Regulation is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fort Myers, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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