Project Grant 20236702138998
Award Date
12/1/22
Completion Date
11/30/25
Dollars Obligated
$300K
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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