Improving produce safety in Montana
Path C Montana Department of Agriculture Produce Safety Education, Outreach, Compliance, and Enforcement of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule - PATH C
This study is all about helping farmers in Montana grow and handle their fruits and vegetables safely, so everyone can enjoy fresh produce without worrying about getting sick.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Montana State Department of Agriculture NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Helena, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886521 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the safety of produce in Montana by providing training, education, and technical assistance to local farmers and producers on compliance with the FDA's Produce Safety Rule. The Montana Produce Safety Program will work collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure that produce is grown, harvested, and handled safely, thereby reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses. The program will also enforce compliance through inspections and outreach efforts to educate the community about safe produce practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include local farmers, produce handlers, and agricultural workers in Montana.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in the produce industry 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 and a decrease in foodborne illness outbreaks in Montana.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives in other states have shown success in improving produce safety and reducing foodborne illnesses through education and compliance enforcement.
Where this research is happening
Helena, United States
- Montana State Department of Agriculture — Helena, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sarchet, Andrea — Montana State Department of Agriculture
- Study coordinator: Sarchet, Andrea
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.