Ethical foodscapes?: premises, promises, and possibilities (original) (raw)

This paper introduces the concept of 'ethical foodscapes' to critically examine the interconnections between morality, food provisioning, and social relationships within food systems. It argues that while foods labeled as 'ethical' (e.g., organic, fair trade) are perceived as alternatives to conventional food practices, they risk becoming absorbed into mainstream markets, complicating their ethical implications. The authors emphasize the need for deeper analysis of power dynamics and ethical commodification in neoliberal food contexts, proposing a research agenda to explore better food practices and address socioecological inequalities.