Project Grant 20236701539652
Award Date
5/1/23
Completion Date
4/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$635K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Lincoln, NE 68503, USA
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