Project Grant 20257002944036
Award Date
1/1/25
Completion Date
12/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$1.5M
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Production and Sustainability
Federal Grant Program
10.309
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Stoneville, MS 38776, USA
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