Improving produce safety regulations in Michigan
Official title: Path C Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Produce Safety Program Implementation and Maintenance
Funded at Michigan State Dept of Agriculture · NIH-10886586 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make sure that fruits and vegetables in Michigan are safe to eat by providing helpful information and support to farmers, so everyone can enjoy fresh produce without worry.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Michigan State Dept of Agriculture NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lansing, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,080,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U2FFD007443-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10886586 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include consumers of fresh produce and farmers who are subject to the Produce Safety Rule.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume fresh produce or are not involved in farming may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the regulatory framework for produce safety in Michigan by focusing on education, outreach, and technical assistance to ensure compliance with the Produce Safety Rule. The initiative involves collaboration with local, state, and federal partners to support an Integrated Food Safety System. By developing a comprehensive program, the project seeks to improve the quality and consistency of produce safety practices across the state.
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 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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Michigan State Dept of Agriculture
Lansing, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Slawinski, Tim — Michigan State Dept of Agriculture
- Study coordinator: Slawinski, Tim
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.