Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) Program payments in Rhode Island totaled $39,744 in 2017
Counties in Rhode Island Receiving Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) Program payments, 2017
| Rank | County | Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) Program 2017 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newport County, Rhode Island | $16,253 | 40.9% | 40.9% |
| 2 | Washington County, Rhode Island | $15,707 | 39.5% | 80.4% |
| 3 | Providence County, Rhode Island | $4,443 | 11.2% | 91.6% |
| 4 | Kent County, Rhode Island | $2,512 | 6.3% | 97.9% |
| 5 | Bristol County, Rhode Island | $829 | 2.1% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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