Project Grant 20226701336389
Award Date
1/15/22
Completion Date
1/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$637K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Raleigh, NC 27695, USA
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