Project Grant 20226701936499
Award Date
1/1/22
Completion Date
12/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$817K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Morgantown, WV 26506, USA
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