Hug Your Farmer 2025: A Night of Music, Community, and Support for Vermont’s Farmers

What a night to remember.

Hug Your Farmer filled the Flynn’s stage with horns, harmonies, fiddle, funk—and so much heart—bringing our community together in a powerful celebration of Vermont’s farmers. From soulful tributes to Otis and Aretha to rootsy nods to Bill Monroe and The Band, this revival-style concert reminded us how music can lift our spirits while grounding us in shared purpose.

After a year marked by drought, funding cuts, and rising costs, Vermont’s farmers need our support more than ever. And thanks to everyone who showed up, donated, and cheered them on, they felt it.

Because of this incredible community, over $78,000 was raised for Vermont farmers—direct support that will make a real difference across our local food system.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who made this night possible:

• The Flynn for lending their incredible stage
• Select Design for generously underwriting the event
• Our fabulous emcee, Rich Price
• Bob Wagner for once again bringing together an unforgettable lineup of musicians
• The musicians who shared their incredible talent in support of our farmers
• Myles David Jewell for capturing the night and creating the beautiful video above

Every ticket sold, every song played, and every moment shared helped strengthen Vermont’s farms.

To our farmers: We see you. We care about you. And we’re proud to stand with you. Together, we’re building a stronger, more resilient Vermont.

The Hug Your Farmer Benefit Concert is a testament to what we can achieve together—but the work doesn’t stop here.

Discover how your generosity can support Vermont’s communities in building a stronger, more resilient future.