Improving safety standards for fresh produce in Louisiana
Official title: Path C Enhancing the LDAF FSMA Produce Safety Program for Continued Implementation of the FDA Produce Safety Rule
Funded at Louisiana Dept of Agriculture/forestry · NIH-10889997 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure that the fruits and vegetables grown in Louisiana are safe to eat by helping local farmers learn about safety rules and improving how inspections are done.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Louisiana Dept of Agriculture/forestry NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baton Rouge, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $70,327 |
| NIH project number | 5U2FFD007424-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10889997 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include consumers of fresh produce and local farmers in Louisiana.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume fresh produce or are not involved in agriculture may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry's (LDAF) program to implement the FDA's Produce Safety Rule. It involves assessing the state's produce landscape, identifying educational needs for local farmers, and developing procedures for inspections and compliance. By strengthening these safety measures, the program aims to ensure that fresh fruits and vegetables are produced safely for consumers. The initiative will also prepare the state to respond effectively to any produce-related safety events.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer fresh produce for consumers in Louisiana.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown success in improving food safety standards and compliance in other states, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Louisiana Dept of Agriculture/forestry
Baton Rouge, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Thompson, Kelly Hughes — Louisiana Dept of Agriculture/forestry
- Study coordinator: Thompson, Kelly Hughes
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.