Improving safety standards for animal feed inspection.
Continued development of a risk-based Animal Feed Inspection Program within the NCDA&CS through continuous implementation of uniform policies that ensure Feed Safety and promote Compliance with FSMA
This study is all about making sure animal feed is safe for our pets and livestock by creating clear rules and helping everyone involved understand and follow them, so we can keep both animals and people healthy.
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 ID | NIH-10888911 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the Animal Feed Inspection Program to ensure the safety of animal feed through uniform policies and practices. It involves outreach and education for both industry stakeholders and regulators to promote compliance with safety standards. The program aims to prevent hazards in animal food that could affect both animals and humans by implementing best practices in inspection and regulatory activities. Continuous improvement and collaboration with the FDA are key components of this initiative.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include farmers, animal feed manufacturers, and regulatory personnel involved in animal food safety.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in the agricultural sector or do not have animals that consume commercial feed may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses related to animal feed, benefiting both animal health and public safety.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research initiatives have shown success in improving food safety standards and compliance in other areas of food production.
Where this research is happening
Raleigh, United States
- Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv — Raleigh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Powell, Michelle — Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv
- Study coordinator: Powell, Michelle
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.