Project Grant 20236701340001
Award Date
9/15/23
Completion Date
9/14/27
Dollars Obligated
$649K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Davis, CA, USA
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