Conservation payments in Sussex County, Delaware totaled $11.6 million from 1995-2023.
Counties in Sussex County, Delaware Receiving Total Conservation Programs payments, 1995-2023
| Rank | County | Total Conservation Programs 1995-2023 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sussex County, Delaware | $11,611,452 | 48.1% | 48.1% |
| 2 | Kent County, Delaware | $10,134,858 | 42.0% | 90.1% |
| 3 | New Castle County, Delaware | $2,384,918 | 9.9% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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