Project Grant 20236701339612
Award Date
5/15/23
Completion Date
5/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$800K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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