Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced Wednesday that $70 million in grants are now available to apply for as part of $150 million investment secured by Evers in the 2025-2027 biennial budget for rural, agricultural road improvements.
This is the second round of Agricultural Roads Improvement Program grants funded by the biennial budget. This application period will distribute $70 million in ARIP funding to support projects across the state focused on improving rural roads and culverts that are critical to moving and transporting agricultural and forestry products.
“Agriculture is synonymous with Wisconsin — it’s an essential part of our culture and our way of life, and our farmers and producers are a driving force in ensuring our communities and our economy continue to thrive,” Evers said in a statement. “Through this program, we’re helping ensure our farmers and producers have the quality infrastructure they need to safely and efficiently transport tens of millions of tons of products each year.”
Under Gov. Evers’ leadership, the state has improved more than 9,600 miles of roads and 2,400 bridges statewide since 2019.
