Project Grant 20256701544824
Award Date
9/1/25
Completion Date
8/31/29
Dollars Obligated
$650K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Columbia, MO 65211, USA
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