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Articles

Saving on Prescription Drugs
Many Americans struggle with the high price of prescription medicine.

Which Gas-Sipping Scooter is Right for You?
As fuel prices escalate, Americans are joining the rest of the world riding gas-sipping motor scooters.

About Variable Annuities
Variable annuities have become a part of the retirement and investment plans of many Americans. Before you buy a variable annuity, you should know some of the basics –

October's Full Moon
Each month the full moon has a name that dates back to Native Americans. October is the full Hunter's Moon. Find out why here.

One Potato, Two Potato, Three Potato, Four: The Story of America's Favorite Vegetable
Americans love potatoes, whether it's fried, baked or mashed. They have become one of America's favorite vegetables. In this article, we will get to the roots of the potato, where it came from, and how it made its way onto our plates, and into our hearts.

Easter Candy Everywhere
Did the Easter Bunny leave lots of goodies in baskets? Check out some sweet statistics on Easter candy.

What sport did George Washington and Abraham Lincoln play?
You have probably played this summer sport too!

Is Social Security Secure?
Social Security is in great peril, and a solution is needed.

Hush Puppies
This little round ball of fried dough has a unique, and potentially sad, origin.

November's Full Beaver Moon
On Saturday, November 24th, the moon will be full. Learn why this month's full moon is called the full beaver moon.

Little Known Pumpkin Facts
What do pumpkins have to do with freckles and snakebites? What state grows the most pumpkins annually?

This Weekend – Fly a Flag & Thank a Dad
June 14th is Flag Day. June 15th is Father’s Day. Learn more about these two holidays here.

Hungry? Think Blue!
July is National Blueberry Month. July is the best time to eat more blueberries. They're healthy, patriotic, and tasty!

Test Your Food Trivia
Strange but true food facts. See how many you know.

A Full Buck Moon
This Friday, July 18 Learn why many refer to this moon as the full "Buck Moon".

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Valentine's Trivia
According to legend, a women who sees a sparrow overhead on Valentine's Day will marry a poor man.

The Full Sturgeon Moon
A fish in the sky? Discover why August's full moon is named after a large fish.

“See” the Importance of Eye Health
When was the last time you had your eyes checked?

Income Tax Facts for the Weary
Discover some unusual facts about April 15--including why the government used Donald Duck to make this day less taxing.

Recycling: Test Your Knowledge
How much do you know about recycling? Take this quiz and find out.

How did America get an Uncle Sam?
Ever wonder how and why "Uncle Sam" became a symbol for the USA?

Everything you always wanted to know about a hot dog . . .
And then some. What do you call them? Hot dogs, frankfurters, wieners? Learn some trivia about this popular summertime food.

Breathe Easier With The Right Paint
Not all paint is created equally. Some paints can adversely impact indoor air quality and cause health problems.

Where did we get Mardi Gras from?
Mardi Gras is right around the corner. Learn more about the traditions behind this festival of fun.

Happy Kwanzaa
Learn what this holiday is all about. Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration that starts on December 26th. Learn more about the origin and traditions of this holiday.

Farmers' Almanac Readers Name Apple Pie as our National Dessert
There are many symbols we use to help represent the US and what we stand for. But what about dessert? In 2001, we asked this very question.

Life, Liberty, and (Iced) Coffee for All!
Submit your Iced Coffee Recipe and Learn Coffee's History Share your best iced coffee recipes with us and learn all about coffee in the U.S.

Make Your 12 Days of Christmas More GREEN
12 Earth-Friendly Tips Learn how to make the 12 days of Christmas a little more green. Check out our easy but useful tips here.

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.

Videos

August Full Moon
Throughout the centuries, August full moons have had many names. Learn more about these names and their meanings.

The Old Ballgame: Town Ball
Before there was baseball, you could find different versions of stick and ball games being played all over the United States in the 19th Century. What did these games look like? The Leatherstocking Baseball Club of Cooperstown, New York shows us.

Products

Colonial Heritage Wreath
A rich ensemble of cinnamon, figs, apples, pomegranates and magnolia pods all combine to create an abundant bouquet against fresh magnolia leaves for the upcoming season.

Colonial Heritage Mantel
A rich ensemble of cinnamon, figs, apples, pomegranates and magnolia pods all combine to create an abundant bouquet against fresh magnolia leaves for the upcoming season.

Green Blog

Back to the Farm
September 12, 2006 12:00 AM

Weather Chatter

indian Summer
September 28, 2007 5:41 AM

Flag Day - June 14th
June 12, 2008 4:15 PM

Full Wolf Moon
January 22, 2008 9:33 AM

Cold Full Moon
December 21, 2007 6:42 PM

Total Eclipse of the Moon
February 11, 2008 1:32 PM

Turkey of a name
November 6, 2007 10:22 AM

20 Ways to Save Gas $$
June 30, 2008 8:16 AM

Halt the Holiday Hustle
November 26, 2007 10:44 AM

Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM

The 100 Year Difference (1907)
January 11, 2008 5:07 PM

Move Thanksgiving?!
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM

Blog

Flag Day
June 14, 2007 7:40 AM

Front Page News
September 11, 2007 5:02 PM

Fall Forecast - Wet and Rainy
September 20, 2007 2:40 PM

Famous American Farming Quotes
September 5, 2005 10:35 PM

Farm Aid 2006- Wrap Up
September 30, 2006 11:18 PM

Signs of Rain
August 17, 2005 11:35 AM

Strawberry Stats
March 31, 2006 8:34 AM

The Dog Days of Summer
July 8, 2005 11:49 AM

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Full Moon Names and Their Meanings
View More Farmers' Almanac TV Videos » Full Moon names date back to Native Americans, of what is now the northern and eastern United States. The tribes kept track of the seasons by giving distinctive names to each recurring full...