Project Grant 20233353039280
Award Date
7/1/23
Completion Date
6/30/24
Dollars Obligated
$182K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.212
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Oakland, CA 94608, USA
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