Project Grant 20236702340218
Award Date
8/15/23
Completion Date
8/14/27
Dollars Obligated
$500K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Lincoln, NE 68503, USA
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