Project Grant 20233353039343
Award Date
7/1/23
Completion Date
2/29/24
Dollars Obligated
$173K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.212
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Pike Rd, AL 36064, USA
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