Project Grant 20247003343627
Award Date
9/15/24
Completion Date
9/14/27
Dollars Obligated
$843K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.311
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Reno, NV 89557, USA
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