Project Grant 20237001741375
Award Date
9/22/23
Completion Date
9/21/26
Dollars Obligated
$709K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.311
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Columbus, OH 43210, USA
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