Project Grant 20256702144268
Award Date
2/16/25
Completion Date
2/15/27
Dollars Obligated
$300K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Mississippi State, MS 39762, USA
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