Improving food safety for fresh produce in Arizona
Official title: Path C AZDA- Produce Safety Rule Program
Funded at Arizona State Department of Agriculture · NIH-10886585 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure the fresh fruits and vegetables grown in Arizona are safe to eat, so everyone can enjoy healthy food without worrying about getting sick.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Arizona State Department of Agriculture NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Phoenix, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $600,500 |
| NIH project number | 5U2FFD007409-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10886585 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include consumers of fresh produce, particularly those at higher risk for foodborne illnesses.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume fresh produce or who are not affected by foodborne illnesses may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the safety of fresh fruits and vegetables produced in Arizona by implementing the FDA's Produce Safety Rule. The Arizona Department of Agriculture will conduct inspections and regulatory programs to ensure compliance with safety standards, ultimately aiming to protect public health. Data collected during this process will help improve the national food safety system and provide better outreach to producers. By fostering a consistent approach to produce safety, the initiative seeks to minimize risks associated with foodborne illnesses.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer fresh produce for consumers, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses.
How similar studies have gone: Other initiatives aimed at improving food safety through regulatory compliance have shown success in enhancing public health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Arizona State Department of Agriculture
Phoenix, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lopez, Teressa M — Arizona State Department of Agriculture
- Study coordinator: Lopez, Teressa M
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.