Dairy Programs payments in Massachusetts totaled $905,008 in 2019
Counties in Massachusetts Receiving Dairy Programs payments, 2019
| Rank | County | Dairy Programs 2019 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Berkshire County, Massachusetts | $198,611 | 21.9% | 21.9% |
| 2 | Franklin County, Massachusetts | $187,380 | 20.7% | 42.7% |
| 3 | Worcester County, Massachusetts | $135,605 | 15.0% | 57.6% |
| 4 | Bristol County, Massachusetts | $114,908 | 12.7% | 70.3% |
| 5 | Hampshire County, Massachusetts | $109,673 | 12.1% | 82.4% |
| 6 | Hampden County, Massachusetts | $54,719 | 6.0% | 88.5% |
| 7 | Essex County, Massachusetts | $45,973 | 5.1% | 93.6% |
| 8 | Middlesex County, Massachusetts | $45,513 | 5.0% | 98.6% |
| 9 | Plymouth County, Massachusetts | $12,627 | 1.4% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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