Project Grant 20243353041940
Award Date
7/1/24
Completion Date
2/28/25
Dollars Obligated
$181K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Awardee
Giner Inc. (ULB2NMDNXC69)
Federal Grant Program
10.212
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Auburndale, MA 02466, USA
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