25 Years of Farm Aid: Origins & Performers

An exploration of Farm Aid's beginnings and the impact it's had for 25 years. Includes a glimpse back at the many performers over the years.

Farm Aid was started by Willie Nelson, Neil Young and John Mellencamp in 1985 to keep family farmers on the land and has worked since then to make sure everyone has access to good food from family farmers.


Farm Aid's performances are donated by the artists in order to raise funds and raise awareness for family farmers. They've raised their voices to help — what can you do?