Improving the safety of fresh produce in Texas
Path C Texas Produce Safety Multi-Year Strategic Plan
This study is working to make sure the fruits and vegetables you buy are safe to eat by helping Texas farmers follow the best safety practices, so you can enjoy fresh produce with peace of mind.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas State Department of Agriculture NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886606 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the safety of fresh produce by implementing a national produce safety program in Texas. The Texas Department of Agriculture collaborates with the FDA to develop educational materials and conduct on-farm assessments to ensure compliance with safety regulations. By engaging with farmers and stakeholders, the program seeks to promote best practices in produce safety and ensure that consumers have access to safe produce. The initiative includes ongoing assessment and planning to track progress and adapt strategies as needed.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include farmers and agricultural stakeholders involved in the production of fresh produce in Texas.
Not a fit: Patients who do not engage in the agricultural sector or are not involved in produce production may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer fresh produce for consumers in Texas and beyond.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives in other states have shown success in improving produce safety through education and compliance efforts.
Where this research is happening
Austin, United States
- Texas State Department of Agriculture — Austin, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: De Los Santos, Richard — Texas State Department of Agriculture
- Study coordinator: De Los Santos, Richard
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.