Project Grant 20246701244866
Award Date
7/15/25
Completion Date
7/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$167K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Canyon, TX 79016, USA
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