Project Grant 20236702340219
Award Date
5/15/23
Completion Date
5/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$429K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Tempe, AZ 85281, USA
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