Margin Protection Program payments in Rhode Island totaled $52,126 in 2018
Counties in Rhode Island Receiving Margin Protection Program payments, 2018
| Rank | County | Margin Protection Program 2018 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Providence County, Rhode Island | $20,257 | 38.9% | 38.9% |
| 2 | Washington County, Rhode Island | $14,426 | 27.7% | 66.5% |
| 3 | Newport County, Rhode Island | $12,604 | 24.2% | 90.7% |
| 4 | Kent County, Rhode Island | $4,839 | 9.3% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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