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 Sep. 8, 2025 Source: Farm Progress news release GRAND ISLAND, NEB. -- Husker Harvest Days 2025 will provide free health screenings and wellness resources to rural communities, continuing its decades-long commitment to community health. The event will take place Sept. 9-11, 2025, at its permanent site in Grand Island, Nebraska, with gates open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees will find health and wellness resources at two convenient locations. Cancer screenings will be conducted at Lot #549 in the Nebraska Cancer Coalition booth, while the Health & Wellness Tent, located directly across the street, will feature engaging exhibits, expanded services and new healthcare partners focused on the needs of agricultural families. Explore all Health & Wellness Tent vendors by viewing the map here. Registration is now open for complimentary three-day passes to Husker Harvest Days. Expanded Services and Proven Impact This year's event will feature expanded cancer screenings for skin, prostate and colorectal cancers, made possible through partnerships with organizations such as the Nebraska Cancer Coalition (NC2) and Nebraska Cancer Specialists. These efforts build on last year's success, which included serving 485 individuals from 14 states with skin cancer screenings, representing 70% of Nebraska counties. Additional services included 1,145 blood pressure checks, 572 breast cancer education contacts, 302 PSA blood draws and 25 lung cancer evaluations. Interactive exhibits will include an inflatable colon to raise awareness about colorectal cancer, pig lung demonstrations to educate children on the effects of smoking, and exercise challenges to promote healthy habits among kids. Attendees can also pick up sunscreen packets, healthy recipes and wellness resources tailored to rural families. Supporting the Community Husker Harvest Days is proud to support the community through Central Nebraska's largest food drive, hosted in partnership with Heartland United Way. FFA members are encouraged to donate at least five nonperishable food items for free entry to the show. Last year, Nebraska FFA chapters donated a record-breaking 16,466 pounds of food, and organizers aim to surpass that milestone this year. Contributions support local food pantries and backpack programs during the critical winter months. About Husker Harvest Days Husker Harvest Days, the world's largest totally irrigated working farm show, takes place annually in Grand Island, Nebraska. This premier Western Corn Belt agricultural event showcases cutting-edge innovations for both crop and livestock producers, featuring the popular BEEF Showcase and extensive live field demonstrations. The three-day event connects agricultural professionals with hundreds of exhibitors while supporting the community through local partnerships. For more information, visit www.HuskerHarvestDays.com. About Farm Progress As part of Informa Markets, Farm Progress is the largest, most diversified agriculture information business in North America. Through a robust network of live events, digital products, data, marketing services, broadcasting and local and national publications, Farm Progress enables the nation's most economically significant farmers, growers and ranchers to connect and do business. It serves 80% of the 2 million farms and ranches in the U.S., and an estimated 85% of the nation's annual agricultural gross domestic product. Visit our website at www.FarmProgress.com. Tweet |
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