Improving the safety of fresh fruits and vegetables in Oklahoma.
Path C Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry Cooperative Agreement Program with FDA to Implement a National Produce Safety Program
This study is all about making sure the fruits and vegetables you buy are safe to eat by helping local farmers follow important safety rules and providing them with the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oklahoma Dept Agriculture Food/ Forestry NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10898702 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the safety of fresh produce by implementing a comprehensive state Produce Safety Program in Oklahoma. The program aims to ensure compliance with FDA regulations regarding the growing, harvesting, packing, and holding of produce for human consumption. It involves assessing local farms, developing a farm inventory, providing education and technical assistance to farmers, and conducting inspections to ensure adherence to safety standards. By collaborating with industry partners and tracking program activities, the initiative seeks to create a safer food supply for consumers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include consumers of fresh fruits and vegetables, particularly those in Oklahoma.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume fresh produce or live outside of Oklahoma may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer fresh produce, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses for consumers.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives in other states have shown success in improving produce safety and compliance with FDA regulations.
Where this research is happening
Oklahoma City, United States
- Oklahoma Dept Agriculture Food/ Forestry — Oklahoma City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcconaghy, Justin — Oklahoma Dept Agriculture Food/ Forestry
- Study coordinator: Mcconaghy, Justin
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.