Project Grant 20226701336128
Award Date
11/1/21
Completion Date
10/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$641K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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