Project Grant 20224000036948
Award Date
7/1/22
Completion Date
2/28/23
Dollars Obligated
$125K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.212
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
STRATHMR MNR, KY 40205, USA
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