The Great Pumpkin Raft Race!
Ever try floating a pumpkin? How about floating in a pumpkin? Check out this creative and timely pumpkin paddling race.

The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Most landfalling hurricanes spawn at least one tornado. Read More

Memorable Thanksgiving Weather
The first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 was blessed with pleasant weather. But since then, other Thanksgiving holidays have not always enjoyed such fair conditions.

What is a Blue Moon?
Ever wonder what a Blue Moon is?

Why is Good Service so Hard to Schedule?
Sick of waiting on the repair man? So are we! Demand the good service that you deserve.

Longest Running Almanac Editor In History
September 18th marks the birth anniversary of the Farmers' Almanac's most colorful editor.

How accurate was the Farmers' Almanac this year?
Remember last winter? The Farmers' Almanac warned that "Shivery is not dead!" And this summer has been an interesting mix of hot, dry conditions. Find out how the Almanac did with its predictions for the 2007 winter and summer.

Where to Hit the Slopes in 2007 and 2008
Where will the best snow be? Will it be a good skiing year? Farmers' Almanac offers its take on where to hit the slopes this upcoming winter.

Fall Foliage Dates
When are the peak times to see the most color? Check out our map below.

Top ELEVEN Most Memorable Weather Events
In 1999 we published an article on the 100 Most Memorable Weather Events over the past century. In 2001, we went further back in weather history and named the Top 10. In 2007 we added one more event to the list.

Best Wedding Weather State?
Ever wonder what states may have the best weather for weddings? Check out what we found from our Worst Wedding Weather Contest.

March Snow?!
When will this winter end! Spring is right around the corner, but March is a crazy month. Remember the blizzard of 1993?

Foolish Weather for April?
April's weather can fool many of us into thinking that winter is hanging on. But the sun is getting stronger and the temperatures will warm up.

First Solar Eclipse in 2 Years!
This Friday, August 1, 2008 There will be a total eclipse of the sun this Friday. Find out more from Farmers' Almanac experts.

Pole Vaulting to a Solar Eclipse
First-hand account from Farmers' Almanac Astronomer. Imagine flying in a plane to chase a solar eclipse. That's what Joe Rao our astronomer did. Here's his eclipse review.

Wild, Wet, Wacky (Hot) Weather
What's Next? This summer's weather has been interesting to say the least. Did the Almanac predict it? Find out here.

Boo-berry Coffin Cake
Scare up this cake for all your ghosts and goblins on Halloween. You'll have them shouting "yum" instead of "boo!"

New England Brown Bread
For a special treat, serve with Baked Beans and Codfish Cakes

Zucchini Fritters
Here's a tasty treat that's even better with grated cheese incorporated before frying.

Applesauce Salad
This will become one of your standby company dishes!

Visual Journey: Maine Lobstering
Tag along as we follow a Maine lobster crew out for the day\'s catch.

Maine Lobstermen
Against the backdrop of Maine's rocky coastline are the men who partake in one of the state's proudest traditions: lobstering.

The Giant Pumpkin
Think growing a 1,000 pound pumpkin sounds impossible? Al Berard of Maine has been doing it for years.

Tide Mill Farms
Located on the tip of the Maine coast, this ninth generation family farm stretches through 9 miles of stunning landscape.

Maine Root - Beer That Is
Join Matt and Mark Seiler on their mission to "save corporately imprisoned root-beer" while getting an inside look at how "free-range" root beer is made.

Clam Dig
In order tho keep clamming a viable way of life, Walter Ward started a clam co-op. Bobby Anderson shows us his secret clam digs and shares a treasured family recipe.

Finding Alternatives
A life long journey led inventor Charlie MacArthur to new discoveries with better technologies for the automobile, and a new heating system affectionately called the TWERP, that has to be seen to believed.

Wally Warren: Found Art
Waste turns into wonder in artist, Wally Warren's hands. His found objects sculptures show us that everything from cigarette lighters to computer parts can become reusable.

Almanac Story
At one time there were only 2 books published in America, the Bible and Farmers' Almanacs. This is the story of how one 188 year-old publication survived to become an American Institution.

Veggie Power
Willie Nelson, Tommy Lee Jones, Senator Tom Harkin speak on the importance of bio-diesel and we get a cross country look at how bio-diesel is being used.

Maine Gold(r) Maple Syrup- Maple Leaf Bottle
A natural, healthy alternative to sugar. Maine Gold(r) maple syrup has fewer calories than honey, sugar or corn syrup; has zero fat and cholesterol; provides superb flavor in baked goods and marinades; and naturally sweetens fruit, yogurt and your favorite...

Maine Gold(r) - Maple Syrup Decanter
Maine Gold(r) - Maple Syrup Decanter. A popular 250 ML imported Basques bottle, topped with gold foil, provides tabletop elegance and makes charming gifts. Light Amber Grade.Availability: Usually ships in 2-3 business days.

Farmers' Almanac Weather Stick
Straight from the Maine woods, this balsam fir weather forecaster really works! Hang it from an outside wall or a door casing and watch it bend down to predict foul weather, up to predict good weather!Availability: Usually ships in 2-3...

R.E Bell CD
R.E Bell CD Rogue HorseAfter performing together across Maine for the past seven years, these Washington County natives have begun work on their second album, Twilight Language (anticipated release: Summer 2007). This first album, Rogue Horse, released in October 2005...

R.E Bell CD
R.E Bell CD Rogue HorseAfter performing together across Maine for the past seven years, these Washington County natives have begun work on their second album, Twilight Language (anticipated release: Summer 2007). This first album, Rogue Horse, released in October 2005...

Season Two
Episode 10
Located on the tip of the Maine coast, this 9th generation family farm stretches through 9 miles of stunning landscape. Green Toe, of Santa Barbara, CA makes an effort to "make shoes with no chemicals, no leather, no plastic, no...

New Season for Farmers' Almanac TV
January 3, 2007 10:51 AM

Welcome!
September 5, 2006 2:50 PM

Final Thoughts From Farm Aid
October 2, 2006 6:36 PM

What Seeds are Best for Early-Season Plantings?
April 11, 2008 9:43 AM

From the Producer: Season 2 of Farmers' Almanac TV
January 12, 2007 11:01 AM

The Snow "Dance"
January 15, 2008 10:13 AM

Summer Solstice and the Passing of an Astronomy Legend
June 21, 2007 8:41 AM

On the Road With The Head Farmhand - Post #2
October 14, 2006 8:38 PM

Ray Geiger and the Farmers' Almanac
September 18, 2006 9:55 AM

On the Road with Farmers' Almanac TV
October 20, 2006 2:59 PM

What is a "Blue Moon"?
For more than half a century, whenever two full Moons appeared in a single month (which happens on average every 2 1/2 to 3 years), the second has been christened a "Blue Moon." In our lexicon, we describe an unusual...

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Peter Geiger, Philom., Editor of the Farmers' Almanac
If Peter Geiger hadn’t become the seventh editor of the world-famous Farmers’ Almanac, he would have wanted to write a syndicated column offering handy, time saving household hints. Luckily for famous hint maven Heloise, Peter’s fate was sealed from an...

Primer for Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Here is a basic primer on hurricanes, tornadoes and storm surges: A hurricane is a severe tropical storm, that forms in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, or in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Hurricanes need...

Farmers' Almanac Timeline
1818 – The first edition of Farmers’ Almanac is printed by editor David Young, Philom., and publisher Jacob Mann, in Morristown, N.J. 1852 – David Young dies. Astronomer Samuel Hart Wright succeeds him as editor. 1875...

Farmers' Almanac History
Founded in 1818, the Farmers’ Almanac’s timeless appeal has spanned three centuries, offering readers a trademark blend of long-range weather predictions, humor, fun facts, and valuable advice on gardening, cooking, fishing, conservation, and much more. The Farmers’...

Where to Buy
Thanks to the many retailers in North America, the Farmers' Almanac and Canadian Farmers' Almanac are available in your favorite grocery, drug, bookstore, and retail store. Below is where you should find your copy in stores across the US. For...

Retail Distribution
Thanks to many retailers in North America, we are able to sell our 2007 Farmers' Almanac and 2007 Canadian Farmers' Almanac in your favorite grocery, drug store, bookstore, and others. The following is a state by state breakdown of chain...