Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) payments in Massachusetts totaled $40,075 from 1995-2021.
Counties in Massachusetts Receiving Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) payments, 1995-2021
| Rank | County | Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) 1995-2021 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Essex County, Massachusetts | $21,851 | 54.5% | 54.5% |
| 2 | Middlesex County, Massachusetts | $9,720 | 24.3% | 78.8% |
| 3 | Bristol County, Massachusetts | $5,762 | 14.4% | 93.2% |
| 4 | Franklin County, Massachusetts | $1,995 | 5.0% | 98.1% |
| 5 | Worcester County, Massachusetts | $747 | 1.9% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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