Project Grant 20247041243648
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$878K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.332
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Davis, CA, USA
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