Project Grant 20243352243698
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$646K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.219
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Gainesville, FL 32611, USA
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