Market Facilitation Program (MFP) payments in Rhode Island totaled $89,960 in 2019
Counties in Rhode Island Receiving Market Facilitation Program (MFP) payments, 2019
| Rank | County | Market Facilitation Program (MFP) 2019 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kent County, Rhode Island | $49,633 | 55.2% | 55.2% |
| 2 | Providence County, Rhode Island | $17,116 | 19.0% | 74.2% |
| 3 | Newport County, Rhode Island | $12,927 | 14.4% | 88.6% |
| 4 | Washington County, Rhode Island | $9,981 | 11.1% | 99.7% |
| 5 | Bristol County, Rhode Island | $304 | 0.3% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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