Project Grant 20246702242787
Award Date
7/1/24
Completion Date
12/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$601K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Moscow, ID 83844, USA
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