Project Grant 20206701331861
Award Date
7/1/20
Completion Date
6/30/24
Dollars Obligated
$391K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Calverton, MD 20705, USA
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