Improving produce safety in West Virginia.
Official title: Path B Implementation of a State Program in West Virginia to Enhance Produce Safety in Compliance with the FSMA Produce Safety Rule Using Program
Funded at West Virginia State Dept of Agriculture · NIH-10886623 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making fruits and vegetables safer to eat in West Virginia by helping farmers follow new safety rules, 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 | West Virginia State Dept of Agriculture NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $422,047 |
| NIH project number | 5U2FFD007445-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10886623 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include local farmers and agricultural producers in West Virginia who grow, harvest, or pack produce for human consumption.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not engage in agricultural practices or consume produce from outside the state may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the safety of produce in West Virginia by implementing the Food Safety Modernization Act's Produce Safety Rule. The West Virginia Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with local universities, will conduct inspections, provide education, and offer technical assistance to farmers. The program aims to minimize the risk of human illnesses caused by contaminated produce through comprehensive safety measures and compliance checks. By integrating various stakeholders, the initiative seeks to create a robust produce safety framework in the state.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of foodborne illnesses related to contaminated produce in West Virginia.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives in other states have shown success in improving produce safety and compliance with federal regulations.
Where this research is happening
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West Virginia State Dept of Agriculture
Charleston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'dell, Andrea — West Virginia State Dept of Agriculture
- Study coordinator: O'dell, Andrea
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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.