Livestock Subsidies in Macon County, Illinois totaled $225,983 from 1995-2020‡.
Programs included in livestock subsidies
| Program | Total Payments 1995-2020‡ |
|---|---|
| Market Facilitation Program - Dairy and Hogs | $69,685 |
| Small Hog Operation | $60,516 |
| Market Facilitation Program - Hogs | $46,752 |
| Livestock Compensation Program | $28,497 |
| Livestock Forage Disaster Program | $20,170 |
| Livestock Emergency Assistance Program | $363 |
‡ Data for 2020 includes payments made by USDA through June 30, 2020 and does not include crop insurance premium subsidies.
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