Implementing a national program for safe produce growing and handling
Path C The FDA's Cooperative Agreement Program for States and Territories to Implement a National Produce Safety Program (U2F) Clinical Trials Not Allowed
This study is all about making sure the fruits and vegetables you buy are safe to eat by helping farmers in Kentucky follow important safety rules and providing them with the right training and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kentucky State Department of Agriculture NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Frankfort, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890022 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the safety of produce by implementing the FDA's national Produce Safety Program in Kentucky. The Kentucky Department of Agriculture will work on educating growers, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety standards for growing, harvesting, packing, and holding produce. The initiative aims to minimize health risks associated with contaminated produce through a robust regulatory framework and outreach efforts. By establishing a comprehensive program, the project seeks to protect public health and ensure safe food supply chains.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include consumers of fresh produce, particularly those in Kentucky.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume fresh produce or live outside the program's geographic focus may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses related to contaminated produce.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives in other states have shown success in improving produce safety and reducing foodborne illnesses.
Where this research is happening
Frankfort, United States
- Kentucky State Department of Agriculture — Frankfort, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hamilton, Doris — Kentucky State Department of Agriculture
- Study coordinator: Hamilton, Doris
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.