Improving produce safety inspections in North Carolina.
Official title: Path C NCDA&CS National Produce Safety CAP
Funded at Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv · NIH-10894031 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure the fruits and vegetables you eat are safe by having experts check how they are grown and handled, so you can enjoy your food without worrying about getting sick.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Raleigh, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $843,509 |
| NIH project number | 5U2FFD007440-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10894031 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include consumers of fresh produce, particularly those at higher risk for foodborne illnesses.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume fresh produce or have no concerns about food safety may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the safety of produce through inspections conducted by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS). The program aims to implement the Produce Safety Rule in collaboration with the FDA, ensuring that standards for growing, harvesting, packing, and holding produce are met. By conducting thorough inspections, the program seeks to identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with produce consumption. Patients can benefit from increased food safety and reduced risk of foodborne illnesses.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer produce, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses for consumers.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in improving food safety through enhanced inspection protocols, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv
Raleigh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Macmullan, Anita — Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv
- Study coordinator: Macmullan, Anita
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.