Project Grant 20236702239075
Award Date
2/1/23
Completion Date
1/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$435K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Fayetteville, AR 72704, USA
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