Project Grant 20236701640110
Award Date
5/1/23
Completion Date
4/30/26
Dollars Obligated
$625K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Tucson, AZ 85721, USA
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