Project Grant 20244940043642
Award Date
9/15/24
Completion Date
9/14/27
Dollars Obligated
$750K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.311
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
United States
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