Project Grant 20236702140554
Award Date
8/1/23
Completion Date
7/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$299K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Morgantown, WV 26506, USA
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