Improving produce safety for growers in North Dakota
North Dakota Cooperative Agreement to Enhance Produce Safety in Preparation of Implementation of FDA's Rule: Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing, & Holding of Produce for Human Consumption
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · NORTH DAKOTA STATE DEPART OF AGRICULTURE · NIH-10886645
This study is all about helping North Dakota farmers learn how to keep their fruits and vegetables safe to eat by offering free training and support on important safety rules.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTH DAKOTA STATE DEPART OF AGRICULTURE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BISMARCK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10886645 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the safety of produce by educating growers in North Dakota about the FDA's Produce Safety Rule. Through outreach and one-on-one technical assistance, the program provides free training sessions during off-seasons to help growers understand and implement safety standards. The initiative also includes organizing local food conferences where smaller producers can learn about best practices in produce safety. By supporting growers with the necessary information, the program seeks to empower them to make informed business decisions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are current and new produce growers in North Dakota, particularly those selling less than $25,000 in produce annually.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in produce growing or those outside of North Dakota may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer produce for consumers and improved business practices for growers.
How similar studies have performed: Similar outreach and education programs have shown success in improving agricultural practices and food safety standards.
Where this research is happening
BISMARCK, UNITED STATES
- NORTH DAKOTA STATE DEPART OF AGRICULTURE — BISMARCK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: NIETERS, JENNA UNITED STATES — NORTH DAKOTA STATE DEPART OF AGRICULTURE
- Study coordinator: NIETERS, JENNA UNITED STATES
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.