Project Grant 20257002944032
Award Date
12/15/24
Completion Date
12/14/27
Dollars Obligated
$1.5M
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.309
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Gainesville, FL 32611, USA
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