Commodity subsidies in Rhode Island totaled $2.6 million from 1995-2017.
Counties in Rhode Island Receiving Commodity Payments, 1995-2017
| Rank | County | Subtotal, Farming Subsidies 1995-2017 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington County, Rhode Island | $1,201,587 | 45.9% | 45.9% |
| 2 | Newport County, Rhode Island | $657,776 | 25.1% | 71.0% |
| 3 | Providence County, Rhode Island | $541,495 | 20.7% | 91.6% |
| 4 | Kent County, Rhode Island | $171,945 | 6.6% | 98.2% |
| 5 | Bristol County, Rhode Island | $47,566 | 1.8% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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