Dear John,

Our hearts go out to all of the people impacted by Hurricane Helene. We're in contact with partners in the Southeast and will post resources for farmers soon.

We're still reliving a spectacular Farm Aid 2024 festival week thanks to everyone who was a part of it: the farmers, artists, volunteers, ticket buyers and YOU! If you weren't able to join us, or if you want to look back at the day, we'll start posting videos and photos soon on our website and YouTube page.

Speaking of Farm Aid 2024, this year's merch was a hit! If you didn't get yours yet, you're in luck: We're reprinting the most popular items. Place your order by October 15. Our 2024 collection is made from organic cotton grown in Texas, manufactured in the U.S. and printed by a union shop. Leather items are handcrafted with U.S. regenerative leather. Take a look and place your orders soon.

We're offering fans and collectors the opportunity to score some rare and unique memorabilia and other items through our annual festival auction. Most of these items were signed at the festival, including beautiful Gibson and Epiphone guitars, albums, event posters and more. All proceeds benefit Farm Aid, but hurry – the bidding closes this Friday, October 4 at 5 PM EDT!

Before the Farm Aid 2024 festival began, we traveled across New York state, accompanied by a film crew, to meet farmers and hear their stories. Watch these videos to hear farmers share their unique paths to farming, their visionary ideas for the future of agriculture and how farming fosters community and spreads joy.

Before the music starts at any Farm Aid festival, artists, farmers and advocates gather on stage to talk about the challenges and opportunities that family farmers face during our annual press event. It's always one of our favorite moments of each Farm Aid festival.

This year's press event did not disappoint. Check it out and hear from New York farmers, Farm Aid board members Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews and Margo Price and Farm Aid staff members.

Upcoming deadline reminders

• Bid on Farm Aid rare and unique memorabilia by Friday, October 4 at 5 PM EDT;
• Place your Farm Aid 2024 merchandise orders by Tuesday, October 15.