Improving animal feed safety standards in Colorado
Official title: Maintenance of the Colorado Animal Feed Regulatory Program Standards (U18)
Funded at Colorado State Department/agriculture · NIH-10888243 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure the animal feed in Colorado is safe and meets the right standards, so that our pets and farm animals stay healthy and we all stay safe too!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Colorado State Department/agriculture NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Broomfield, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $214,757 |
| NIH project number | 5U18FD007195-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10888243 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include farmers, livestock producers, and consumers concerned about animal feed safety.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in animal agriculture or do not consume animal products may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the safety and regulatory standards for animal feed in Colorado. The Colorado Department of Agriculture will implement the FDA’s Animal Feed Regulatory Program Standards by assessing and revising current procedures, providing training to inspectors, and evaluating compliance with federal regulations. The program aims to ensure that animal feed is safe and effective, which is crucial for both animal health and public safety. By collecting samples and participating in national meetings, the program seeks to continuously improve feed safety practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer animal feed, ultimately benefiting animal health and food safety for consumers.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives in other states have shown success in improving animal feed safety and regulatory compliance.
Where this research is happening
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Colorado State Department/agriculture
Broomfield, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ziehr, Scott — Colorado State Department/agriculture
- Study coordinator: Ziehr, Scott
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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.