Project Grant 20236702440294
Award Date
7/15/23
Completion Date
7/14/25
Dollars Obligated
$298K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Burlington, VT 05405, USA
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