Farming exposures under the microscope: massive health study follows 90,000 participants
NCT ID NCT01399411
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study follows nearly 90,000 farmers and their spouses to track long-term health effects of pesticides, crops, and animals. Participants report new medical conditions, which researchers then confirm through medical records and genetic samples. The goal is to better understand diseases like asthma and Parkinson's in this group.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help identify links between farming exposures and chronic diseases, potentially guiding future prevention strategies.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It relies on self-reports and may not prove cause and effect. Results may take years to emerge.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Batelle, Inc.
Columbus, Ohio, 43201, United States
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NIEHS, Research Triangle Park
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, 27709, United States
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University of Iowa
Iowa City, Illinois, 52242, United States