Improving food safety and compliance for Native American tribes
Native American Tribes Outreach, Education, and Training to Enhance Food Safety and FSMA Compliance: Tribal Food Safety Alliance
This study is all about helping Native American tribes improve food safety by providing them with helpful training and resources that fit their culture, so they can better follow important food safety rules.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arkansas at Fayetteville NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fayetteville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10929510 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing food safety and compliance with federal regulations among Native American tribes through outreach, education, and training. The project aims to provide culturally appropriate resources and training to tribal food growers and manufacturers, addressing specific needs in food safety practices. By collaborating with various organizations, the initiative seeks to fill gaps in knowledge and support the implementation of food safety rules established by the FDA. The training will emphasize the Produce Safety Rule and Preventative Controls for Human Food Rules, ensuring that tribal stakeholders are well-informed and equipped to meet these standards.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include Native American food growers and food business owners seeking to improve their food safety practices.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in food production or food business within Native American communities may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve food safety practices and compliance among Native American food producers, leading to safer food products and enhanced public health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives aimed at improving food safety in tribal communities have shown promise, indicating that culturally tailored education and outreach can be effective.
Where this research is happening
Fayetteville, United States
- University of Arkansas at Fayetteville — Fayetteville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shedd, Steven — University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
- Study coordinator: Shedd, Steven
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.