Project Grant 20214940035589
Award Date
9/1/21
Completion Date
8/31/24
Dollars Obligated
$465K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.311
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Reno, NV 89506, USA
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