Write for The Foodscapes Collective
We believe that food and agriculture are at the heart of the most pressing challenges and opportunities of our time. From climate change and food security to cultural heritage and innovation, this space offers endless avenues for exploration and dialogue.
By writing for The Foodscapes Collective, you have the opportunity to share your ideas, inspire others, and contribute to shaping the future of food systems. We invite you to join our vibrant community of thought leaders and changemakers by contributing your work to our platform.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for original perspectives, informed by research, fieldwork, or lived experience. We’re particularly interested in interdisciplinary approaches that connect food systems to broader social, economic, and environmental issues.
We celebrate diversity in voices and topics. Whether your focus is on smallholder farmers, urban agriculture, indigenous food practices, cultural heritage or cutting-edge food technologies, we welcome your unique lens.
Topics might include (but are not limited to):
- Sustainable agriculture and climate resilience
- Food sovereignty and justice
- Innovations in food and agriculture technology
- Indigenous and traditional food systems
- Policy and governance in global food systems
- The intersection of culture and cuisine
- Challenges facing smallholder farmers
- Urban food systems and community gardens
- Ethical considerations in food production and distribution
- Social movements in agrarian spaces
Submission Guidelines
Articles should be between 800-1,000 words. If you have an idea for a shorter or longer piece, let us know, and we’ll be happy to discuss.
While we value depth and rigor, we also prioritize clarity. Write in a way that invites a wide audience to engage with your ideas. Avoid jargon unless necessary and include explanations for specialized terms or concepts.
Use hyperlinks to reference sources wherever possible. If citing books or print materials, include a brief note at the end of your piece.
Types of articles that we are looking for:
- Feature Articles – In-depth explorations of food and agriculture related topics, including investigative journalism and long-form storytelling.
- Profiles – Deep dives into individuals or organizations making a difference in global or community food systems.
- Interviews – Q&A pieces featuring farmers, chefs, researchers, activists, or policymakers.
- Book Reviews – Critical analyses of books to be featured as our book of the month.
- First-Person Commentary – Opinion pieces, personal essays, or reflective narratives to share your lived experience.
- Research Summaries – Condensed, accessible versions of academic studies designed for a general audience.
- How-To Guides – Practical advice on topics such as urban gardening, sustainable cooking, or food waste reduction.
- Historical Perspectives – Articles exploring the history of food traditions, agricultural practices, or food policies.
- Food Policy Analysis – Critical examinations of laws, regulations, and policies affecting food production and distribution.
Ready to Join the Conversation?
Email us at thefoodscapescollective@gmail.com with a brief description of your article idea (200-300 words). Tell us the topic you want to explore, your unique angle, and why it matters. If you’re unsure about your idea, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to workshop it with you.
Our editorial team will review your pitch and provide feedback within 1-2 weeks. If your idea is a good fit, we’ll invite you to submit a draft.
Once finalized, your article will be published on The Foodscapes Collective’s platform and shared across our social media channels. We’ll also send you a link to your published piece so you can share it with your network.
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