Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) Program payments in Berkshire County, Massachusetts totaled $673 in 2019
Counties in Berkshire County, Massachusetts Receiving Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) Program payments, 2019
| Rank | County | Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) Program 2019 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bristol County, Massachusetts | $3,807 | 71.4% | 71.4% |
| 2 | Berkshire County, Massachusetts | $673 | 12.6% | 84.0% |
| 3 | Hampshire County, Massachusetts | $508 | 9.5% | 93.5% |
| 4 | Hampden County, Massachusetts | $256 | 4.8% | 98.3% |
| 5 | Worcester County, Massachusetts | $90 | 1.7% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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