Project Grant 20245140241917
Award Date
7/1/24
Completion Date
6/30/25
Dollars Obligated
$175K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.212
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA
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