Project Grant 20213361035514
Award Date
9/1/21
Completion Date
8/31/23
Dollars Obligated
$650K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.212
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Akron, IA 51001, USA
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