Project Grant 20233380040696
Award Date
7/1/23
Completion Date
6/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$800K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition
Awardee
Eastie Farm Inc. (UF7DGLN385D5)
Federal Grant Program
10.225
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Boston, MA 02128, USA
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