Improving safety practices in the fresh produce supply chain
Official title: Continuation of the Produce Safety Alliance to Enhance Understanding and Compliance with the FSMA Produce Safety Rule
Funded at Cornell University · NIH-11046188 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping farmers and others who handle fresh fruits and vegetables learn the best safety practices to keep our food safe, with training available in different formats and languages to make it easy for everyone to understand.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cornell University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ithaca, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,371,170 |
| NIH project number | 1U01FD008283-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11046188 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include farmers, packers, and agricultural workers involved in the fresh produce supply chain.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in the agricultural sector or do not consume fresh produce may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the understanding and compliance of growers, packers, and other stakeholders with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule. The Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) will continue to develop educational resources and training programs to ensure that those involved in the fresh produce supply chain are well-informed about safety practices. The training will be available in various formats, including online, remote, and in-person sessions, and will be offered in multiple languages to reach a broader audience. By providing consistent and accurate information, the PSA seeks to promote safer practices in the production and handling of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved safety standards in the fresh produce industry, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses for consumers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives by the Produce Safety Alliance have shown success in improving produce safety practices, indicating that this approach has been effective in the past.
Where this research is happening
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Cornell University
Ithaca, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bihn, Elizabeth a — Cornell University
- Study coordinator: Bihn, Elizabeth a
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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.
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- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.