Sep 22, 1985 (39 years ago) Memorial Stadium, University of Illinois Champaign, Illinois, United States
Conceived by Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Mellencamp, Farm Aid aimed to raise awareness and funds for struggling family farmers in the United States. This inaugural concert was a star-studded affair, featuring performances from over 50 artists, including Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, and B.B. King. Broadcast live on television, the event successfully raised over $9 million. Farm Aid sparked a movement, highlighting the plight of family farmers and advocating for sustainable agriculture, ultimately becoming an annual event with a lasting impact.
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