Grasslands Reserve Program payments in Massachusetts totaled $18,690 in 2017
Counties in Massachusetts Receiving Grasslands Reserve Program payments, 2017
| Rank | County | Grasslands Reserve Program 2017 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Essex County, Massachusetts | $5,850 | 31.3% | 31.3% |
| 2 | Worcester County, Massachusetts | $5,283 | 28.3% | 59.6% |
| 3 | Bristol County, Massachusetts | $4,253 | 22.8% | 82.3% |
| 4 | Middlesex County, Massachusetts | $1,927 | 10.3% | 92.6% |
| 5 | Berkshire County, Massachusetts | $763 | 4.1% | 96.7% |
| 6 | Hampshire County, Massachusetts | $614 | 3.3% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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