Project Grant 20236701239485
Award Date
5/15/23
Completion Date
5/14/25
Dollars Obligated
$225K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Peoria, IL 61604, USA
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