Project Grant 20216701535675
Award Date
8/1/21
Completion Date
7/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$500K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Fayetteville, AR 72704, USA
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