Project Grant 20236701339532
Award Date
5/1/23
Completion Date
4/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$650K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Awardee
Duke University (TP7EK8DZV6N5)
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Durham, NC 27705, USA
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