Emergency Conservation Program payments in Louisiana totaled $25,975 in 2018
Counties in Louisiana Receiving Emergency Conservation Program payments, 2018
| Rank | County | Emergency Conservation Program 2018 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana | $19,212 | 74.0% | 74.0% |
| 2 | Ascension Parish, Louisiana | $3,834 | 14.8% | 88.7% |
| 3 | Livingston Parish, Louisiana | $2,045 | 7.9% | 96.6% |
| 4 | Saint Helena Parish, Louisiana | $884 | 3.4% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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