Project Grant 20256701544285
Award Date
1/15/25
Completion Date
1/14/28
Dollars Obligated
$650K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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