Conservation payments in Connecticut totaled $6,364 in 2012
Counties in Connecticut Receiving Total Conservation Programs payments, 2012
| Rank | County | Total Conservation Programs 2012 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Litchfield County, Connecticut | $4,845 | 76.1% | 76.1% |
| 2 | New Haven County, Connecticut | $721 | 11.3% | 87.5% |
| 3 | Windham County, Connecticut | $588 | 9.2% | 96.7% |
| 4 | Tolland County, Connecticut | $210 | 3.3% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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