Grasslands Reserve Program payments in Essex County, Massachusetts totaled $1,950 in 2018
Counties in Essex County, Massachusetts Receiving Grasslands Reserve Program payments, 2018
| Rank | County | Grasslands Reserve Program 2018 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Worcester County, Massachusetts | $5,004 | 60.1% | 60.1% |
| 2 | Essex County, Massachusetts | $1,950 | 23.4% | 83.5% |
| 3 | Berkshire County, Massachusetts | $763 | 9.2% | 92.6% |
| 4 | Middlesex County, Massachusetts | $585 | 7.0% | 99.7% |
| 5 | Bristol County, Massachusetts | $29 | 0.3% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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