Project Grant 20256701344738
Award Date
8/1/25
Completion Date
7/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$294K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Raleigh, NC 27695, USA
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