Project Grant 20236801339069
Award Date
1/15/23
Completion Date
1/14/27
Dollars Obligated
$750K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Awardee
Auburn University (DMQNDJDHTDG4)
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Auburn University, AL 36849, USA
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