Project Grant 20246701243280
Award Date
9/15/24
Completion Date
9/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$220K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Santa Cruz, CA 95064, USA
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