Improving produce safety in Missouri agriculture
Path B Missouri's Produce Safety Program
This study is all about helping farmers in Missouri grow safer fruits and vegetables by teaching them good practices and making sure they follow safety rules, so everyone can enjoy fresh produce without worry.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Missouri State Department of Agriculture NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jefferson City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886602 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the safety of produce grown in Missouri by implementing a comprehensive Produce Safety Program. The Missouri Department of Agriculture will work with local farmers to ensure compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and provide outreach and regulatory support. The program aims to educate farmers about safe practices and help them meet safety standards, ultimately protecting consumers and the agricultural industry. Through this initiative, the department will conduct inspections and provide resources to assist farmers in improving their produce safety measures.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include local farmers and agricultural producers in Missouri who grow produce.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in agriculture or do not consume locally grown produce 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 compliance among farmers with food safety regulations.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs in other states have shown success in improving produce safety and compliance with food safety regulations.
Where this research is happening
Jefferson City, United States
- Missouri State Department of Agriculture — Jefferson City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hawcroft, Bart — Missouri State Department of Agriculture
- Study coordinator: Hawcroft, Bart
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.