The Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) Board has approved more than $1.12 million in cost-share grants to support 24 new and expanded biofuel infrastructure projects across the state. The funding was awarded during the board’s quarterly meeting on July 17.
“Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program cost-share grants help Iowa families save money at the pump by expanding access to lower-cost, cleaner-burning biofuels like E15 and biodiesel,” said Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig “Biofuels provide consumers with more fuel choices, all while supporting Iowa farmers and jobs in rural communities. As the nation’s leader in both ethanol and biodiesel production, Iowa is uniquely positioned to use more of the fuel we produce right here at home. These investments strengthen our economy and keep us moving forward with more affordable, homegrown energy.”
The approved projects span 17 counties and total $1,124,750.86 in state assistance. The investments are intended to increase access to lower-cost, cleaner-burning biofuels such as biodiesel and E15 (Unleaded 88).
In the Corridor region, Kardes Inc. in Monticello received $50,000 for a retail biodiesel site and $75,000 for a retail E15 site. In Linn County, D&D Marion, LLC received $50,000 for a retail biodiesel project.
The funding also supports fuel retailers in meeting the requirements of Iowa’s E15 Access Standard, which mandates that most fuel stations offer E15 by Jan. 1, 2026. The standard was enacted by the Iowa Legislature and signed into law in 2022.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship can provide cost-share funding through the RFIP for retailers working to bring their sites into compliance. Since the program’s launch in 2006, the Department has awarded more than $63 million in grants, which have been matched by over $270 million in private investment.
Applications for the next round of RFIP funding are due by 4:30 p.m. on Aug. 27, 2025, and can be submitted through iowaagriculture.gov/IRFIP.
