ETHICS IN FOOD CULTURE

Abstract

The current review discuss the intricate landscape of food ethics, exploring the disconnect between modern consumers and food production processes and the resulting ethical dilemmas. It examines the multifaceted dimensions of food ethics, encompassing sustainability, animal welfare, social justice, cultural appropriation, and health considerations. The complexities and challenges in navigating food ethics arise from diverging political and ethical stances, entrenched production paradigms, and globalization impacts. Addressing these challenges necessitates a paradigm shift towards more sustainable and ethical practices, fostering co-responsibility between consumers and producers. Furthermore, this review highlights the dynamic and heterogeneous nature of consumer attitudes towards food ethics, necessitating regulatory mechanisms to ensure ethical coexistence. It emphasizes the importance of transparency, collaboration, and ethical reflection in shaping a more just, sustainable, and ethical food system. Overall, the paper calls for a comprehensive approach that prioritizes consumer representation, sustainability, and meaningful engagement throughout the food chain, with a crucial role for non-governmental organizations in advocating for consumer interests and promoting accountability.