Project Grant 20226801336648
Award Date
3/1/22
Completion Date
2/28/26
Dollars Obligated
$999K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Manhattan, KS 66506, USA
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