Project Grant 20246701342586
Award Date
6/1/24
Completion Date
5/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$270K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Raleigh, NC 27695, USA
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