Project Grant 20233380040448
Award Date
7/15/23
Completion Date
7/14/25
Dollars Obligated
$70K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition
Federal Grant Program
10.225
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
STRATHMR MNR, KY 40205, USA
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