Project Grant 20236702140616
Award Date
8/15/23
Completion Date
8/14/27
Dollars Obligated
$618K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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