Project Grant 20247000643411
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$324K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.329
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Amherst, MA 01003, USA
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