Project Grant 20236702340292
Award Date
6/1/23
Completion Date
5/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$649K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Columbia, MO 65211, USA
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