Project Grant 20246702242531
Award Date
8/1/24
Completion Date
7/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$300K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Seaside, CA 93955, USA
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