Project Grant 20247002042860
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$495K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition
Federal Grant Program
10.328
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA
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