Project Grant 20256701244766
Award Date
7/1/25
Completion Date
6/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$225K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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