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Larger farms had greater share of energy payments and received larger payments, 2011–20

  • Farm Sector Income & Finances
Bar chart showing the percent of farms receiving energy payments and average energy payments from 2011 to 2020.

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Commercial energy payments can be a substantial source of income for farmers who host resources such as oil, natural gas, and wind on their land. The amount of the payments, which averaged $30,482 annually in 2020 dollars per farm, depends on farm size, market conditions, and location.

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