Project Grant 20236702340458
Award Date
8/15/23
Completion Date
8/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$649K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Mississippi State, MS 39762, USA
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