Project Grant 20246701343095
Award Date
7/15/24
Completion Date
7/14/28
Dollars Obligated
$650K
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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