Project Grant 20246702142528
Award Date
8/1/24
Completion Date
7/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$728K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA
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