Dairy Programs payments in Berkshire County, Massachusetts totaled $818,746 in 2023
Counties in Berkshire County, Massachusetts Receiving Dairy Programs payments, 2023
| Rank | County | Dairy Programs 2023 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franklin County, Massachusetts | $837,780 | 20.6% | 20.6% |
| 2 | Berkshire County, Massachusetts | $818,746 | 20.1% | 40.8% |
| 3 | Hampshire County, Massachusetts | $788,700 | 19.4% | 60.2% |
| 4 | Worcester County, Massachusetts | $627,261 | 15.4% | 75.6% |
| 5 | Bristol County, Massachusetts | $272,849 | 6.7% | 82.3% |
| 6 | Essex County, Massachusetts | $246,251 | 6.1% | 88.4% |
| 7 | Middlesex County, Massachusetts | $228,602 | 5.6% | 94.0% |
| 8 | Hampden County, Massachusetts | $179,561 | 4.4% | 98.4% |
| 9 | Plymouth County, Massachusetts | $63,861 | 1.6% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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