Farmers' Almanac
spring
Who are the Three Ice Men?
Perhaps you’ve heard the old proverb that warns not to plant until after the “Three Ice Men” have passed, but do you know who these mysterious Ice Men are?
Read More »Don’t be Fooled
Don’t be fooled by the warm weather if you live in the north–some areas can experience frosts as late as May 20th.
Read More »Nature’s Alarm Clocks
If you live in the country, you know how loud the creatures that live outside of your house can be. From crickets to birds to even deer that have this screeching noise, the great outdoors can be a noisy place. The past few nights it’s been warm here so the windows have been opened. It’s… Continue Reading »
Read More »8 Reasons to Love Spring
Spring is here and in many areas the weather is cooperating. Here are some reasons why we love spring: 1. Greening of the lawns 2. Flowers, new buds, and leaves on the trees 3. Ice cream shops open 4. Baseball 5. Warm but not hot weather 6. Renewed reason to go outside 7. Fresh fruit… Continue Reading »
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Start Your Day off the Right Way
Tired of the same old thing for breakfast? Check out our new Farmers’ Almanac Cereal. Tasty and affordable!
Read More »Sultry summer to follow a stormy spring, says Farmers’ Almanac
Spring is on the way, but don’t expect March to go out like a lamb this year, says the Farmers’ Almanac. The vernal equinox, which marks the official beginning of spring, will take place this year on Saturday, March 20, at 1:32 p.m. EDT. But the coming of spring won’t put an end to the… Continue Reading »
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When is the Real First Day of Spring – March 20th or 21st?
Wondering why you grew up thinking the first day of spring was March 21st?
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Is a Stormy Spring/Summer on Tap?
What does Mother Nature have in store for the coming months?
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The Truth Behind “In Like a Lion out Like a Lamb”
Is this saying true? Is there a balancing out of good vs. bad weather in a month?
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If you notice a hole in the upper left-hand corner of your Farmers' Almanac, don't return it to the store! That hole isn't a defect; it's a part of history. Starting with the first edition of the Farmers' Almanac in 1818, readers used to nail holes into the corners to hang it up in their homes, barns, and outhouses (to provide both reading material and toilet paper). In 1910, the Almanac's publishers began pre-drilling holes in the corners to make it even easier for readers to keep all of that invaluable information (and paper) handy.
