Improving safety in growing and handling fresh fruits and vegetables in Mississippi
Path C Maintaining the Produce Safety Rule in Mississippi to Enhance Safety in Growing, Harvesting, Packing, and Storing Fresh Fruits & Vegetables MDAC
This study is all about making sure that fresh fruits and vegetables in Mississippi are safe to eat by helping farmers and handlers follow important safety rules, so everyone can enjoy healthy food without worry.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mississippi State Department of Agriculture and Commerce NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jackson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894045 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the safety of fresh fruits and vegetables in Mississippi by implementing the Produce Safety Rule from the Food Safety Modernization Act. The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) will work with local universities to conduct assessments and training, ensuring that growers and handlers follow safety protocols. The initiative includes funding for personnel, travel, and equipment to support these efforts, aiming to create a comprehensive produce safety program. By fostering cooperation among various stakeholders, the project seeks to improve food safety practices across the state.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include consumers of fresh fruits and vegetables in Mississippi, particularly those concerned about food safety.
Not a fit: Patients who primarily consume processed foods or live outside of Mississippi may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer fresh produce for consumers, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives in other states have shown success in improving produce safety, indicating that this approach is both tested and effective.
Where this research is happening
Jackson, United States
- Mississippi State Department of Agriculture and Commerce — Jackson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Thornton, Brandon D — Mississippi State Department of Agriculture and Commerce
- Study coordinator: Thornton, Brandon D
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.