Project Grant 20226701343697
Award Date
8/15/24
Completion Date
7/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$456K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Madison, WI 53715, USA
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