Project Grant 20246701342426
Award Date
8/1/24
Completion Date
7/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$748K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Davis, CA, USA
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