Project Grant 20243361043748
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$650K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Awardee
Sasya Inc. (TGK5GAFZ6XK1)
Federal Grant Program
10.212
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
St Paul, MN 55114, USA
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