Project Grant 20236701439613
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
8/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$644K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Bozeman, MT 59717, USA
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