Project Grant 20225110638039
Award Date
9/1/22
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$750K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.303
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Morgantown, WV 26506, USA
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