Maintaining animal feed safety standards in New Mexico
Official title: New Mexico Department of Agriculture Maintenance of the Animal Feed Regulatory Program Standards
Funded at New Mexico State University Las Cruces · NIH-10887521 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure that the animal feed in New Mexico is safe and meets quality standards, so farmers can feel confident that their animals are getting the best nutrition possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New Mexico State University Las Cruces NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Las Cruces, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $150,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U18FD007193-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10887521 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include farmers, livestock producers, and consumers concerned about animal feed safety.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not own livestock or are not involved in agriculture may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on maintaining the Animal Feed Regulatory Program Standards (AFRPS) by the New Mexico Department of Agriculture. It involves using established resources and processes to manage documents and ensure compliance with safety regulations for animal feed. The team will utilize tools like iPassport and USAPlants to oversee regulatory compliance, inspections, and enforcement actions. By collaborating with the FDA and other state programs, the project aims to enhance the safety and quality of animal feed in New Mexico.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve the safety and quality of animal feed, benefiting livestock health and food safety.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach builds on existing regulatory frameworks, it aims to enhance cooperation and compliance, indicating a potential for meaningful improvements rather than being entirely novel.
Where this research is happening
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New Mexico State University Las Cruces
Las Cruces, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Laney, Katie — New Mexico State University Las Cruces
- Study coordinator: Laney, Katie
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.