Improving food safety standards in Virginia.
Official title: Progress of Strategies Developed and Implemented by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for MFRPS Maintenance and Food Protection Task Force
Funded at VA St Dept/ Agriculture & Consumer Srvs · NIH-10932300 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure the food you eat in Virginia is safe by improving the rules and inspections that keep it that way, so you can enjoy your meals without worrying about getting sick.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA St Dept/ Agriculture & Consumer Srvs NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $231,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U2FFD008092-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10932300 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include consumers of manufactured food products in Virginia who are concerned about food safety.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume manufactured food products or who reside outside of Virginia may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the food safety regulatory framework in Virginia through the maintenance of the Manufactured Food Regulatory Program Standards (MFRPS) and the Food Protection Task Force (FPTF). The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) will implement strategies to ensure compliance with food safety regulations, which includes conducting audits and maintaining high-quality inspection protocols. By continuously improving these standards, the program aims to protect consumers from foodborne illnesses and ensure the safety of the food supply.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer food products and reduced incidence of foodborne illnesses for consumers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous efforts in food safety regulation have shown success in improving public health outcomes, indicating that this approach is supported by prior research.
Where this research is happening
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VA St Dept/ Agriculture & Consumer Srvs
Richmond, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bland, Rashelly — VA St Dept/ Agriculture & Consumer Srvs
- Study coordinator: Bland, Rashelly
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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.