Improving safety standards for animal feed and related products
Development and Maintenance of the Animal Feed Regulatory Program Standards
This study is all about making sure that the animal feed, fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides we use in Indiana are safe and clearly labeled, so that everyone—people, pets, and livestock—can stay healthy and protected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Purdue University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (West Lafayette, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10887481 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the regulatory standards for animal feed, fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides to ensure they are safe and accurately labeled. The Office of Indiana State Chemist (OISC) aims to protect consumers, livestock, and pets by preventing the sale of misrepresented products and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The approach includes training for users and handlers, interagency collaboration, and potential legal actions to enforce compliance. By implementing best practices, the program seeks to improve food safety and environmental protection in Indiana.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include consumers of animal feed, livestock owners, and pet owners in Indiana.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in Indiana or do not use animal feed or related agricultural products may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer animal feed and agricultural products, ultimately protecting public health and the environment.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach builds on existing regulatory frameworks, it aims to enhance and innovate current practices, making it a significant advancement rather than a completely novel concept.
Where this research is happening
West Lafayette, United States
- Purdue University — West Lafayette, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dunn, Patricia — Purdue University
- Study coordinator: Dunn, Patricia
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.