Improving the safety of produce through national regulatory support
Official title: A Coordinated National Approach to Supporting, Promoting, and Implementing FDA's Produce Safety Rule and the Produce Regulatory Program Standards
Funded at Nat'l Assn/state/depts/agricultu/res/fdn · NIH-11105703 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make fruits and vegetables safer to eat by helping different states and agencies follow the same safety rules, so everyone can enjoy fresh produce without worry.
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 | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,300,000 |
| NIH project number | 1U2FFD008445-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11105703 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include consumers of fresh produce, particularly those who are vulnerable to foodborne illnesses.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who primarily consume processed foods or who have no access to fresh produce may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the safety of produce by implementing the FDA's Produce Safety Rule across various states and territories. It focuses on building a coordinated system that supports federal, state, and territorial agencies in developing consistent produce safety programs. The project will promote best practices and tools for produce safety, ensuring that regulatory standards are maintained and advanced. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders, the initiative seeks to create a safer food supply for consumers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer produce for consumers, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives aimed at improving food safety regulations have shown success in enhancing public health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for positive impact.
Where this research is happening
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Nat'l Assn/state/depts/agricultu/res/fdn
Arlington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Reardon, Joe — Nat'l Assn/state/depts/agricultu/res/fdn
- Study coordinator: Reardon, Joe
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.