Ardisam, Inc. was founded in 1960 as a manufacturer of gear boxes and ice augers. Ardisam, Inc. is now expanding its operations into the biodiesel industry. The company plans to construct and equip an addition to its facility in Cumberland, which will manufacture biodiesel fuel. Total project cost is ,2,291,500. The Agriculture Development Zone program provides tax credits, which help attract, promote, retain, and encourage the expansion of agriculture businesses in Wisconsin.