Project Grant 20246702341748
Award Date
2/28/24
Completion Date
2/27/25
Dollars Obligated
$50K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Webb, MS, USA
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