Project Grant 20256701744770
Award Date
8/1/25
Completion Date
7/31/29
Dollars Obligated
$456K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Lincoln, NE 68503, USA
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