Improving the safety of animal food systems in the U.S.
Official title: NASDA Foundation and AAAFCO, Long-Term Improvements to the National Animal Food Safety System and Promotion of the Animal Feed Regulatory Program Standards (AFRPS)
Funded at Nat'l Assn/state/depts/agricultu/res/fdn · NIH-10912521 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure the food we give our pets is safe by helping different government agencies work better together, sharing helpful tips, and creating training programs to keep everyone on the same page about safety standards.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nat'l Assn/state/depts/agricultu/res/fdn NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Arlington, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2022 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $535,954 |
| NIH project number | 5U18FD007685-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10912521 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include stakeholders in the animal food industry, such as manufacturers, regulators, and public health officials.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in the animal food industry or do not have a stake in animal food safety may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the national animal food safety system by fostering collaboration between federal and state agencies. It focuses on integrating best practices, sharing guidance documents, and developing training programs to ensure compliance with safety standards. The initiative seeks to modernize animal food regulatory programs and improve public health outcomes related to animal food safety. By promoting mutual reliance among regulatory bodies, the project aims to create a more effective and responsive food safety system.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer animal food products, ultimately benefiting animal health and public health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous collaborations in animal food safety have shown success in improving regulatory practices and public health outcomes, indicating that this approach is built on established methods.
Where this research is happening
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Nat'l Assn/state/depts/agricultu/res/fdn
Arlington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ehart, Bob — Nat'l Assn/state/depts/agricultu/res/fdn
- Study coordinator: Ehart, Bob
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.