Improving the safety of animal food systems in the U.S.

NASDA Foundation and AAAFCO, Long-Term Improvements to the National Animal Food Safety System and Promotion of the Animal Feed Regulatory Program Standards (AFRPS)

NIH-funded research Nat'l Assn/state/depts/agricultu/res/fdn · NIH-10912521

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 typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionNat'l Assn/state/depts/agricultu/res/fdn NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Arlington, United States)
Project IDNIH-10912521 on NIH RePORTER

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.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include stakeholders in the animal food industry, such as manufacturers, regulators, and public health officials.

Not a fit: 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.

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 performed: 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

Arlington, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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