Live Country icon Willie Nelson takes the stage at Farm Aid 40

The Farm Aid 40 concert, held at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, features iconic artists including Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and Bob Dylan. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz opened the event, urging attendees to support agriculture producers and labor crews. Young's politically charged performance with the Chrome Hearts included songs like “Big Crime,” which criticizes the current administration. His set also featured a poignant rendition of “Long Walk Home,” adapted to reference contemporary issues. Bob Dylan, who last performed at the University of Minnesota in 2008, delivered a series of reinterpreted classics, engaging the audience with his enigmatic style.

His performance included “Highway 61 Revisited” and “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right,” which resonated with local fans. The concert's focus on supporting farmers and food production highlights its significance within the community. Despite facing challenges such as a labor dispute, the event successfully brought together artists and attendees for a common cause.