Improving produce safety in Utah through inspections and education
Official title: Path C The State of Utah Cooperative Agreement to Implement and Enhance a Produce Safety Program
Funded at Utah Department of Agriculture/food · NIH-10890614 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure the fruits and vegetables grown in Utah are safe to eat by helping farmers learn and 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 | Utah Department of Agriculture/food NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Taylorsville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $282,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U2FFD007420-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10890614 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include farmers and agricultural producers in Utah who are subject to the Produce Safety Rule.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in agriculture or do not grow produce may not receive any direct benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the Produce Safety Program in Utah by conducting inspections and assessments to ensure compliance with safety regulations. The program aims to provide education and outreach to farmers, helping them understand and implement safety practices in their operations. By collaborating with various agricultural and food safety organizations, the initiative seeks to identify training needs and develop resources for non-exempt covered farms. The goal is to improve the overall safety of produce grown in Utah, benefiting both farmers and consumers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer produce for consumers and improved compliance among farmers with safety regulations.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs in other states have shown success in improving produce safety through education and compliance initiatives.
Where this research is happening
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Utah Department of Agriculture/food
Taylorsville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Basinger, David — Utah Department of Agriculture/food
- Study coordinator: Basinger, David
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.