A Thorny Problem
Musk Thistle Plants: How to Control This Prolific Weed How to prevent and get rid of this European import.

No Need for Blanching!
Not every vegetable has to be blanched for freezing. Here are some

Don't Throw Out the Egg Carton
It Can Be Recycled For Many Household Uses Egg cartons make it easy to sort, organize and house screws and bolts. They have many other uses too.

Don't Become Blue: Easy Tips for Growing Blueberries
10 tips for growing blueberries

7 Easy Ways to Make Your Roses Last Longer
Find out how to keep your flowers blooming longer.

5 Ways to Landscape without Going Broke
Tricks and tips on ways to cut costs but enjoy your yard more.

Learn How to Prepare Onions
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac A few ways to prepare onions and avoid. Read More

Making Toothpaste

Putting plastic snakes to work
A few good uses for plastic snakes that may have not crossed your mind. Read More

Creating a Community Garden
Creating a community garden is a fun way to get to know your neighbors. Here are a few things you may want to think about before you dig.

A Community Garden - A Nice Place to Grow
A good way to share your gardening interests is to participate in a community garden. Here is how it works.

Preventing Snoring
There are several at home snoring remedies that may restore harmony to your bedroom.

Put your Roof to Work
You don't need a big yard to have a nice garden. Try using your roof for planting vegetables, herbs and more.

The Magical Mysterious Moon
For centuries, the moon has been an object of awe, tall tales, and mysterious powers. Learn more about the many beliefs around the moon here.

Plant for Taste
Looking for something else to grow and eat besides vegetables? Consider adding flowers to your list of potential snacks, or as additions to your salad bowl. Here are a few tips and rules for your health, when it comes to munching on flower blossoms.

How to Start a Flower Garden
Add Beauty to Your Life by Growing Flowers- An Easy-to-Follow Plan for Starting a Flower Garden.

Fall Garden Cleanup Checklist
Here’s a basic checklist to use as you put your gardens to bed for the year.

Getting Rid of Slugs and Snails
Are slugs and snails attacking your gardens? Rid your garden of these pests naturally and easily with some tips from the Farmers' Almanac.

A Gardener's Guide to Frost
How to predict when it's coming and what to do about it It's almost fall. Temperatures begin to cool down, but your gardens still look so nice. How do you know when frost may hit and if it will harm your plants? Learn the signs and precautions you should take.

Weekly Wisdom
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for a more natural moth ball remedy? Ever wonder what cloves are? Find the answers and more here.

Sick of Winter?
Warm up your home décor. Find out how to warm up your winter blues with some easy home decorating tips.

Who Invented Peanut Butter?
March is peanut month! Check out some interesting facts about the inventor of one of the most popular peanut products around - peanut butter!

Wait! Save that milk carton for my garden!
Recyclable gardening ideas. Don't throw it away! Reuse it for your garden! Check out these new uses for old things.

Spring is Here! Time to Plan your Flower Garden.
Easy to follow stpes for beginners. Flowers add color, beauty, and cheer to yards and landscapes everywhere. Here are some good tips on how to get started.

5 Secrets to Spice Up Your Gardens
Want to try something new in the garden this year? Check out these ideas that will add a little pizazz to your gardens.

Tired of Herbs? Plant for Pets!
Get kids involved with the garden this year. Plant a pet or zoo garden.

How Much Energy Does Your Laser Printer Use?
Consider energy use before you take out your wallet If you are interested in conserving energy, you may want to take a hard look at your household appliances. Some add quite a few dollars to your energy bill. .

Lemons: Make Good Acne Treatments
Six uses for lemons that may improve your health.

Got Eggs?
Preparation tips How to prepare eggs like a pro

Banana Peels Can Even Shine Your Shoes
They can do a lot of other things too. Learn more.

Mulching Tips For the Organic Gardener
Late fall is a good time to mulch - and protect your outdoor plants. Learn more.

Stevia: A Natural (and Unknown) Sweetener
Stevia is very sweet, has no calories and is easy to grow. Try it.

Never Sneeze into Your Hand
Tips to Fend Off Germs Naturally 10 tips that help get rid of germs that may cause

Lips Parched? Try This Natural Balm
Instead of purchasing lip balm at the store, try making your own. It's easy.

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.

A Little Christmas Trivia
Did you know that Alabama was the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday? Test your Christmas trivia here.

Save Energy and Money This Winter
Easy to follow tips for a more efficient home.

Be Prepared for Winter Storms
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac 10 tips to help you prepare for a big snow storm.

Tornado Survival Tips
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac What to do before and during

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

Flower Arranging Basics
Receive flowers for Valentine's Day? Learn some basics about the best ways to arrange them.

When hayfever attacks
Try eating yogurt daily Fall is Ragweed Pollen season. You can reduce attacks by eating yogurt and bananas daily, and following these other

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

Sunflowers: More than a Beautiful Flower
Tips for harvesting, drying and roasting sunflower seeds.

Want Orange Leaves? Plant White Oak
If you enjoy the colors of fall, check out this list. It tells you which trees you should plant, based on leaf color.

Healthy Honey
Honey can help prevent allergies and even give you a slow, steady release of energy.

A Pillow Can Ease Your Headache Pain
With this easy-to-make pillow, you can rest your weary head and ease the pain of a headache.

The Katrina Cottage: Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about this innovative solution to the Gulf Region's housing crisis in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

Homemade Air Freshener Can Freshen up the Holidays
Here is an easy-to-make air freshener that's also a perfect homemade gift.

What Is Snow?
For some areas, it’s time to break out the snow shovel. Here are a few facts to think about when you clear the driveway.

Preventing Motion Sickness
Tips to make that holiday flight (or boat ride) a lot smoother.

Holiday Survival Tips
Instead of letting the holidays send you into a spin, we've pulled together the ultimate survival guide to help eliminate some of the frustrations!

Decorate for Winter
Instead of decorating for the holidays, try decorating for the winter season.

Kindling a Fire
Need ideas for kindling a fire?

Childproofing for the Holidays
Before you dress your children in their best holiday clothes, you may want to call grandma and ask her to put the hard candies and breakable ornaments away.

Keep Fido safe this Holiday Season
Pets, like children, can get in harms way during the holidays. Make sure your home is safe.

Treating Sprains with Ice Packs
Has the winter weather got you down?

Sore Throat Secrets
From Chamomile tea to Slippery Elm bark, there are many natural ways to ease the discomfort of a sore throat.

Top 10 reasons to cut your own tree
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?

Recycle Your Christmas Tree
The holidays are here, and so is one of the best times of the year for watching your waste.

Grow Flowers Indoors
Here's a simple pick me-up for the winter doldrums that will bring some spring indoors!

Weather Instruments
Here's a quick primer on common weather instruments that may be used to forecast winter temperatures and storms.

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

Create a Winter Birdhouse
Create a rustic bird house with found items from your home and garden.

Don't Let Your Financial Guard Down During Retirement
Even if you spent your whole life saving for retirement, you need to keep a watchful eye on your assets after you retire.

Toothache
Want temporary relief from an aching tooth?

What can you do with an armful of rhubarb?

Make Your Own Herbal Vinegar
Easy and Tasty Suggestions Tired of just plain vinegar? Looking for some good reasons to plant herbs? Check out these easy ways to make herbal vinegar.

New or Used Cars?
When it comes to sticking to your budget, it's tough to beat the value of a good, used car. As with any purchase, the more you know the better your experience will be.

Don't get the Wedding Woes
Planning any major event is stressful. Planning a wedding is even more stressful. Planning your own wedding...well, a bit more on top of that.

Secured Credit Cards
Secured and unsecured cards can be used to pay for goods and services. However, a secured card requires you to open and maintain a savings account as security for your line of credit; an unsecured card does not.

How to Build a Green Roof
Here are a few practical hints for greening your roof.

Relief from Dandruff
Getting relief from dandruff can be hard at times. Below are a few home remedies that may help an often embarrassing condition.

Buy New and Save Money!
Energy efficient appliances are now easy to find, and they can save you money.

Extreme Weather Stories
Hurricanes, Tornadoes, and Thunderstorms Did hail wreck your car? Wonder why hurricanes form? Do you live in an area prone to twisters? Check out this informative and interesting story about extreme weather conditions.

Winter Preparedness Safety Tips
Along with cold weather, winter can often bring a series of dangerous situations. Be prepared for Mother Nature's worst weather! Find valuable tips and be prepared by reading our story here.

Easy Ways to Preserve our Earth
We can all do something to help preserve our earth. It doesn't have to be difficult.

The Lost Art of Doing Nothing
Are afternoons of lying in the grass pondering cloud shapes, evenings of watching sunsets, or mornings of counting snowflakes as they hit the windowpane all but extinct? Will we ever spend another hour or even a minute alone with our own thoughts? What incredible daydreams will never be had because we just simply do not have the time?

Ten Secrets to Simplifying your Life
Relaxing breakfasts with the family, taking a nature walk, remember a time when life was less stressful? Allow the Farmers' Almanac to remind you of life's simple pleasures and how to slow down and enjoy them more. Ideas, tips and more.

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.

Women and Credit
Being contacted by a collections agency can be scary and overwhelming. If you take a step back, read your rights, and think about your options, you can take control of the situation.

Choosing Bakeware
When it comes to bakeware, there are different materials to choose from. Traditional choices like ceramic and metal are joined by newcomers like silicone and glass. How do they compare?

Saturday: The Trick to Making Halloween a Real Treat
Why the Farmers' Almanac thinks Saturday is the perfect day for Halloween.

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.

Keep Ants Out Of Your Home
Are the ants marching in? Learn smart living tips on ways to naturally keep these pests from invading your kitchen and home.

Harvesting Tips For Watermelon and Corn on the Cob
Check our hints for harvesting two favorite summer vegetables-- watermelon and corn on the cob right here.

Easy Ways to Help the Earth

Is It True That Cows Lie Down When It's About To Rain?
Ever wonder if cows can foretell the weather? Some believe that if cows are lying down rain is on its way. Is this a good method of predicting rain?

Make Your Own Tea
Next time you're in the mood for a cup of hot or cold tea, why not head to your garden? Herbal teas can be mad from herbs grown in your backyard or patio.

lunar eclipse
Choosing a date for your wedding is a big decision. Check out this old wedding lore rhyme.

Ewww... What's that Smell?
Before you point the finger at a skunk or start looking around for dirty socks, consider that the source of a bad odor might just be . . . a flower. Some plants are known for their bold, beautiful blooms. Others are known for their sweet, luscious fruit. There are a few plants, however, that are famous for something less romantic: A foul, offensive odor. Here are a few putrid plants to ponder.

How Much Daylight are We Really Saving?!

Are You Ready for Fall?
Inside and Out? Fall is here! Here's a useful checklist for inside and outside chores that should be done before the cooler weather hits full force.

Did Smelly Feet Ruin Valentine's Dinner?
Ahh Valentine's Day. A day to rekindle the romance. The flowers are on the table, the candles are lit, but what is that smell?

Natural Cures for Athlete's Foot
Is athlete's foot leaving you itchy? Learn how to naturally alleviate some of the symptoms of this common problem.

Soothe Minor Burns
With Every Day Cures The cooking/baking season is upon us. Burns in the kitchen happen all the time. Find out what simple, natural cures can help soothe the burn.

Food Poisoning: An Unwanted Holiday Gift
Don't let the festivities of the holidays make you sick. Learn how to naturally treat a mild case of food poisoning.

Peppermint: More than just a popular flavor
Got a headache? Sore throat? Upset stomach? Try peppermint! This popular flavor has some interesting healing properties.

New Year's Folklore
Why should you kiss the one you love at midnight? Did you know that opening all doors and windows at midnight lets the old year escape? Read on for more New Year's lore.

Helpful Hints for the Home
Need some organization? How about a tip on ways to deodorize a smelly microwave? These and more are right here.

4 Ways to Make Winter More Fun
Cabin fever taking over your home? Check out out top 4 ways to make winter more fun.

Cooking with Warming Spices
Learn how to warm yourself up from the inside out by adding these spices to your menu.

The Magic of Vanilla
Vanilla is a wonderful flavor. It's used in many recipes, but did you know that it also has many other uses?

Go GREEN when you Clean
Tired of the toxic and expensive house cleaning supplies? Check out a few of our favorite home-made, greener choices.

Dental Tips George Washington Could’ve Used!
Learn how eating apples, figs, and strawberries can keep your teeth whiter and cleaner.

Easy Ways to Compost
Don't throw it away! Compost it! It's better for the environment and for your gardens.

Ben Franklin's Letter to the Editor
Re: Saving Daylight An actual duplicate of Franklin's letter in which he described why there should be some changes with the clocks.

Could These Remedies Really Stop the Hiccups?
Old Time Hiccup Remedies Remembered Check out these remedies from the past! Some are a bit crazy others may work!

Wedding Contest Results?!
Winners, Lore, and More! Farmers' Almanac Worst Wedding Weather Contest voting is over. Learn how our Top Ten campaigned for the most votes, and when the winning couple will be announced.

5 Fun Cures for Spring Fever
Is the ideas of warm weather making you anxious to get outdoors? Check out some fun ways to enjoy spring, even if you still have snow outside.

Celebrate Spring Flavors
Favorite spring-time recipes. Looking for some new spring-time dishes to try? Check out our picks.

Top Ten Rainiest Cities In April
April Showers Bring Rainy Towns Think April is a rainy month in your home town? Imagine receiving more than 12 inches in one month! These cities really do get a lot of rain!

Amazing Hummingbird Facts
Did you know a hummingbird's heart beats 500 times a minute? Or that it can fly backwards? Learn more about these tiny birds.

Have you Exercised your Senses Lately
Tune into life's simple pleasures by exercising your senses. Learn how here.

What is Earth Day?
April 22 is Earth Day. Ever wonder how and why Earth Day became a holiday of sorts?

5 Ways You May Be Inadvertently Hurting the Earth
Find out if your everyday actions may be hurting the earth.

Bug Bite? Reach for the toothpaste.
Everyday remedies for annoying bug bites. Warmer weather means more outdoor time and more bugs. Find out how to easily take the sting out of the season.

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.

Top Feel Good Gifts For Mom
Make her, the earth, and you feel good. The secret to a great Mother's Day Gift is giving from the heart. Check out our earth-friendly, thoughtful ideas here.

20 Ways to Save Gas
Gas prices continue to rise. Learn what you can do to help keep your gas consumption and expenditures down.

Sour Cream

Layered Salad

Angel Biscuits

Apple Cider Recipes

Mayonnaise

Honey Butter
Honey-butter is expensive to purchase, yet simple to dpulicate at home.

Buttermilk Fried Chicken
This golden chicken will remind you of Mom and home - there's nothing quite like a crispy piece topped with creamy gravy and mashed potatoes on the side.

Recipe: Garden Girl Salad
What's in a Garden Girl Salad? Patti shows us these simple steps to creating a delicious salad with ingredients anyone can grow in a home garden.

Gardeners' Row: Planting Camellias with Benny Odum
Camellia specialist Benny Odum show us how to properly plant canellias so that they can prosper in our own home gardens.

Jennifer's Garden
See how one Seattle resident turned her entire property into a model of urban agriculture.

Spotlight on Herbs: Basil
Basil is an annual herb belonging to the mint family.

Home ECOnomics: Composting
Add nutrient-rich compost to your garden by building your own composting bin for less than $30 dollars.

Spotlight on Herbs: Sage
Sage is often used in small quantities in poultry or beef.

Spotlight on Herbs: Oregano
Oregano is native to the Mediterranean and is commonly found in tomato sauces.

Spotlight on Herbs: Thyme
Thyme is a mint that produces small, lavendar leaves and is often used in soups and gumbos.

Spotlight on Herbs: Dill
Dill is a popular annual herb that is a logical choice for use with fish, egg dishes, and more!

Spotlight on Herbs: Sweet Marjoram
Marjoram is a type of oregano with a somewhat minty taste that's often used to enhance salad dressings.

Spotlight on Herbs: Chives
Chives are onion-like perennials that are typically used fresh in baked potatoes and egg dishes.

Spotlight on Herbs: Catnip
Learn some practical uses for the herb Catnip.

Spotlight on Herbs: Rosemary
Rosemary is a shrub that's a member of the mint family and is commonly found growing near the ocean.

Spotlight on Herbs: Parsley
Parsley can be used as a garnish because of its decorative, curly leaves and can be used to garnish a cheese plate.

Spotlight on Herbs: Tarragon
Tarragon comes in two varieties: French and Russian. Tarragon is used with vinegar and much more!

The Idea House (Extended Version)
Progressive Farmer's Idea House is "new ruralism" in practice. A farmstead household is married to today's most innovative home design features.

The Idea House
Progressive Farmer's Idea House is "new ruralism" in practice. A farmstead household is married to today's most innovative home design features.

Home ECOnomics: Light Bulbs
Looking to save on energy costs? Tommy Linstroth demonstrates the advantages of compact fluorescent light bulbs as a heat-reducing, cost-effective solution for inside your home.

Home ECOnomics: All About Bamboo
Learn about the practical application of this versatile and renewable building material.

Home ECOnomics: Water Aerators
Learn how you can save 50% off your water bill every month with this simple, affordable water-conserving device.

Peanut Farmer
Farmers' Almanac TV visited Plains, Georgia, home of peanut farmer and former President Jimmy Carter.

Natural Cures: Toothache
Having trouble with an annoying toothache? Watch this and learn about a natural cure!

Country Wisdom Book
Pearls of Country Wisdom yields more than 700 pearls of wit and wisdom to bring a bit of the country life into your home and garden.A wealth of country know how awaits you with Household Helps, Cooking and Food Preservation,...

The Cozy Home Cookbook
Delicious, old-fashioned recipes to warm your heart and soul year 'round, plus over 150 decorating ideas to cozy up your home for all 4 seasons. Make ham steak and brown sugar apples, blue ribbon molasses bread, calico potato salad or...

3- Book Set - kitchen tips, garden hints, country living tips
WHAT A GREAT DEAL. This set makes a fantastic gift for you or a gardener or cook you might know!Pearls of Country Wisdom yields more than 700 pearls of wit and wisdom to bring a bit of the country life...

3-Volume Book Set - kitchen tips, garden hints, country living tips
Save even more by purchasing the 3-volume set for only $19.95. The set makes a fantastic gift for you or a gardener or cook you might know! Pearls of Country Wisdom yields more than 700 pearls of wit and...

Dragonfly Garden Feeder
A beautiful addition to any garden.9" DiameterIncludes 16.5" Garden Stake

Country Bell - Medium
Call 'em home!Every home needs a Country Bell! We recommend ours! Signal 'Soup's on!' to the retired gardener or 'Homework time!' to roaming kids!(Much classier than hollerin'!)Made in the USA 5" diameter bell with 6" bracket

Hummingbird Garden Feeder
A lovely bird feeder for any garden.9" DiameterIncludes 16.5" Garden Stake

Garden-opoly
Each player buys garden favorites, collects Clay Pots and trades them in for Greenhouses. Sounds easy enough - but add aphid infestation, water bills and a dandelion outbreak and it becomes a little more difficult... and a lot more...

Farmers' Almanac Garden Tool Bag
Organize your gardening tools with our attractive and useful garden bag. Complete with 5 of the most needed garden tools: Trowel, cultivator, weeder, pruner, and 30 meters of garden twine with cutter.This water resistant, nylon bag makes gardening even more...

Garden Wisdom Book
A 336 page hardcover book that yields a bounty of more than 500 tried-and-true gardening tips and recipes passed down from generations of country gardeners. Master your garden with advice on growing flowers, fruits, vegetables and herbs, both indoors and...

Garden Chair with Tools
This polyester folding chair with steel frame includes 5 popular garden tools and a detachable storage section. This unique and innovative Gardener is an ideal tool to use in any garden. With the sturdy chair and the durable detachable bag...

Garden Apron and Three Piece Tool Kit
Perfect for everyday gardening jobs, this handy ensemble includes tools that are essential to keeping your garden and flowerbeds in tip-top shape! Lightweight, 6-pocket apron with an adjustable waist belt and three sturdy, high-density plastic garden tools that will never...

Garden Gourmet Composter
This Garden Gourmet Composter holds 11 cubic feetMade from 28 pounds of 100% POST CONSUMER black plastic with UV stabilizersTwo snap lids in a removable cover Easy to turn compost with cover removedAdjustable air ventsSliding door for easy compost removalAesthetic...

Deluxe Garden Kit
Garden like a pro!Your dirt will love you, and your garden will blossom forth its rewards when you dig in with our Deluxe Garden Kit! This all-in-one 17-piece kit features premium gardening tools and cotton gardening gloves, all in...

Vegetable Garden Wheel
Rotate these smart colorful wheels to plan your next Vegetable Garden. Edited by some of America's leading horticulturists, these waterproof plastic wheels are packed front and back with gardening information and colorful photographs. For USDA Zones 4 to 8. (Diameter:...

Living on an Acre
Living on an Acre by U.S. Department of Agriculture; Edited and updated by Christine WoodsideWho hasn't daydreamed at one time or another about selling produce at a farmer's market, keeping chickens, or planting an orchard of fruit trees? Inside every...

46" Eagle Weathervane
Top your home with a soaring symbol of freedom!Imagine this eagle coming in for a landing on your roof

Essentials Tool Kit
Featuring the essential tools and fasteners for basic home maintenance in a compact and durable carrying case.Components: Mini screwdriver set, Set screwdrivers, 1 Tape measure, 1 Box cutter w/retractable blade,1 Pair pliers ,1 Box of fasteners, 1 Claw hammer. Dimensions:12.5"...

30" Rooster Weathervane
Crow from the rooftop!The fellow on our Rooster Weathervane will do you proud when he shows his colors - gold bronze, rust or verdigris - from your rooftop! Standing 9' tall atop his adjustable aluminum roof-mount base, Rooster will...

Foxfire 4
Have you ever wanted to know how to make a fiddle? This fourth volume celebrates the home life and creative heritage of Appalachia, featuring sections on fiddle making, springhouses, horse trading, sassafras tea, berry buckets, knife making, wood carving, logging,...

Dragonfly Birdbath & Pedestal
A beautiful and elegant addition to any garden or patio.Dimensions: 15" Diameter and 24" Chain

Foxfire 9
Homes cures, quilting and much more.... This ninth volume celebrates the crafts and heritage of Appalachia, featuring sections on the Judd Nelson wagon, crazy quilting, general stores, herbal remedies and home cures, herb doctors and healers, a praying rock, a...

American Almanacs: A Living History DVD and VHS
American Almanacs: A Living History. If you are interested in the science behind predictions and in learning how you too can predict things -- this groundbreaking program is for you! Breathtaking photography, beautiful scenery and rare historical images escort...

12" Oakleaf Tube Feeder
A beautiful addition to any garden.Tube 12" TallRoof 9.5" SquareOverall Height 14.5"(not including hanger)

6" Pinecone Tube Feeder
A beautiful addition to any garden.Tube 6" TallRoof 9.5" SquareOverall Height 9" (not including hanger)

Trumpet Vine Tube Bird Feeder
A beautiful addition to any garden.Tube 6" TallRoof 9.5" SquareOverall Height 9" (not including hanger)

Paula Deen- Savannah Country Cookbook
This is the cookbook that started it all! Random House took my self published cookbook and turned it into 'The Lady and Sons Savannah Country Cookbook.' The first in her series of cookbooks, it's a collection of over 240 down-home...

A Busy Cook's Guide to Spices
We buy the same groceries week in and week out. This book helps us create tasty new meals by adding herbs and spices. Unlike many spicebooks, this one is cross referenced with the foods we eat. We don't go home...

Our Wedding Scrapbook
This beautifully illustrated scrapbook by Darcy Miller -- helps create a personlized keepsake of newlyweds. From first-date jitters to the engagement, from the wedding day through the honeymoon and anniversaries, this scrapbook helps a bride capture the defining moments...

Season 2 Episode 4
Ames opened both its heart and home to the 1st ever National Special Olympics. This railroad town in the middle of America's breadbasket played an outstanding host to the event. Tim and Eunice Shriver along with Tim Arnold, Senator Tom...

Episode One
EPISODE ONE: COMBINE CRASHES & CHARMING BEESA crashing good time is had by all at the Combine Demolition Derby in Washington State; kids learn about the living creatures in a garden; and Farmers' Almanac TV viewers meet a Savannah bee...

Cow Over Moon Weathervane
A whimsical Garden Weathervane crafted from rust-free aluminum features the cow that jumped over the moon. Six foot height for easy visibility it includes ground pin for easy set up. Dimensions: 20.5"L x 11"W plus 5'stake

Fall, Family & Friends Cookbook
Crisp days with bright blue skies, wood smoke in the air and crunchy leaves under foot...everything we love about fall is tucked into our clever cookbook! With recipes perfect for sharing at the tailgating party or in front of a...

Electronic Rain Guage
Help a garden grow with Downeaster's electronic rain gauge. This fine instrument helps answer one of the gardener's most important questions: have my plants had enough water? Features two electronic memories for storing storm and annual accumulations.

Foliate Large Hose Holder
Leaf it here! This large Foliate Hose Holder brings both sturdy functionality and delicate artistry to your lawn or garden. And its tasteful design inspires the least likely family members to 'leave' the hose where it belongs! 23"L x...

The Waistie Pouch
The Waistie Pouch™ is a revolutionary garden pouch that makes routine gardening tasks easier.It is ideal for weeding, deadheading, pruning flowers, collecting herbs and berries and so much more. No more dragging the trash can around or leaving messy...

Foxfire 11
This book teaches a philosophy of simplicity in living that is truly enduring.This eleventh volume celebrates the rituals and recipes of Appalachia, featuring sections on the old homeplace, wild plant uses, planting and growing a garden, preserving food - pickling,...

Episode Four
EPISODE FOUR: COUNTRY MUSICIAN BLAKE SHELDON & A WINDMILL MUSEUMVisit backstage with Country star Blake Sheldon; tour the American Wind Power Center in Lubbock, Texas, which houses the most comprehensive collection of historic windmills in the world; and be...

Mama Bluebird Whirlygig
Ah, the responsibilities of parenthood! This fascinating Whirlygig finds Mama Bluebird offering a meal of tasty worms to her three chirping babies snugly nestled in their nest! This handmade, all-metal whirlygig comes with a three-part 47-inch high pole for easy...

Cardinal whirligig
Gaze at the beauty of Mama Cardinal carefully offering a meal to her nesting chicks with the Cardinal and Nestings Whirlygig!You'll enjoy watching the caring red mama bird move back and forth towards her babies as the power of the...

Hummingbird Whirlygig
Hummingbirds buzzing around the yard darting and dashing everywhere are always a great sight! The Hummingbird Whirlygig adds to the excitement as a colorful hummingbird hovers back and forth courtesy of the power of the wind. A great addition to...

Country Houses Book and how to Build them
Written in 1871 by architect Daniel T. Atwood, Country Houses reflects the attention to detail and pride in construction of an era when homes were built with love and made to last. Here are dozens of designs selected by the...

WheelEasy Yard Cart
The wheel easy is not a wheelbarrow. It's the next step in the evolution of wheelbarrows. The WheelEasy is a collapsible yard cart. This is the ideal product for yard work ranging from collecting weeds,spreading bark to...

Flower and Plant Exchange
May 8, 2006 7:23 AM

Transitioning Mums From the Pot to Your Garden
October 19, 2005 9:12 AM

Hot Oil Hair Treatment and Bath Recipe
January 4, 2006 1:35 PM

Bringing the Garden to the Table
August 21, 2006 11:04 AM

Keeping Peter Rabbit Out of the Garden
August 9, 2005 10:19 AM

Making Toothpaste
August 23, 2006 10:49 AM

Putting Your Garden to Bed!
December 7, 2005 11:36 AM

All-White Flowering Spring Garden
April 28, 2006 9:32 AM

The Rose Touch
June 12, 2006 11:36 AM

Dog Owners Beware of Lethal Cocoa Mulch
April 20, 2006 10:14 AM

Energy-Saving Tips for Heating Your Home
November 12, 2007 5:36 PM

Butterfly Garden
July 19, 2006 7:56 AM

Gift Ideas for Those Away From Home
August 11, 2006 11:46 AM

Planting & Caring for Blueberries in the Home Garden
May 1, 2006 8:33 AM

Favorite Vegetables to Grow
May 15, 2008 2:39 PM

Home Remedies for Canker Sores and Fever Blisters
September 2, 2005 8:40 AM

Ergonomic Garden Tools and Tips
July 7, 2005 5:31 PM

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

Share Your Tips and Ways of Helping Others
September 12, 2005 8:38 AM

Make your own toothpaste
May 8, 2007 2:44 PM

Farm Aid 2006 - Neil Young
September 30, 2006 11:03 PM

Attracting Hummingbirds to the Flower Garden from A to Z
June 16, 2006 11:30 AM

Cut Flower Care
February 15, 2006 1:47 PM

Feed Wild Birds Naturally With an Edible Wreath
September 13, 2005 8:53 AM

Rose Gardening Tips
May 22, 2006 10:26 AM

Farmers’ Almanac Top Ten Gardening Hints
May 8, 2008 10:08 PM

The Virtues of Cedar
November 30, 2005 11:11 AM

Tummy Ache Tea to the Rescue
November 9, 2005 10:01 AM

Planting Easter Lilies in the Flower Garden
April 17, 2006 7:06 AM

Fighting Germs and Winter Illnesses
January 6, 2006 2:03 PM

Invite Rhubarb to your Garden
March 11, 2008 1:42 PM

Summer Mulching Time
July 11, 2006 10:43 AM

Growing Shamrocks for St. Patrick's Day
March 13, 2006 1:44 PM

Gift Mitts – All Through the House & Garden
December 19, 2005 1:10 AM

Planting a Strawberry Pyramid
March 29, 2006 4:30 PM

Pruning the Vineyard with the Pros
February 23, 2006 4:17 PM

Hummingbird Nectar & Feeder Tips
July 10, 2006 9:15 AM

Daylight Saving Time (and other debates throughout the years)
September 12, 2006 9:12 AM

Waste Not, Want Not – Trash into Treasure
November 26, 2007 12:02 PM

Meetings with Remarkable Trees
July 8, 2005 4:45 PM

Freezing Snow Peas and Sugar Snap Peas
June 5, 2006 11:34 AM

Keeping Mosquitoes at Bay
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM

Yearly Household Electric Costs
August 16, 2006 8:24 AM

Slugs!
June 12, 2007 7:41 AM

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

Front Page News
September 11, 2007 5:02 PM

Planting Tips For Your Strawberry Pyramid
April 14, 2006 8:01 AM

Famous First Lady Quotes
September 29, 2005 12:20 AM

Cooking With Zests of Citrus
December 26, 2005 2:16 PM

Planting for the Birds
September 26, 2005 9:07 AM

Patriot Day - 5th Anniversary
September 11, 2006 11:01 AM

Back to the Farm
September 12, 2006 10:53 AM

American Agriculture Trivia - Quiz 2
August 18, 2006 7:36 AM

Making a List for Spring Planting of Evergreen Wreath Materials
December 14, 2005 1:51 PM

The Meaning of G R E E N
March 13, 2008 3:25 PM

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

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

Egg Cooking Tips
August 7, 2006 1:05 PM

Gardener’s Soap Recipe
June 21, 2006 8:04 AM

Brad Pitt: "Build Green"
September 8, 2006 9:08 AM

Winter Wild Bird Care
February 22, 2006 8:36 AM

Fall Lawn Care
September 22, 2005 9:03 AM

Ice Cream Social
August 7, 2006 5:27 PM

Pumpkins and October
October 9, 2007 11:50 AM

Time to Plant Spring Blooming Bulbs
October 12, 2005 8:20 AM

Time to Think Locally
March 26, 2008 10:22 AM

Poinsettia Trivia
December 12, 2005 10:30 AM

A Lesson Dogs Learn Sooner Than People
August 9, 2006 11:31 AM

Random Acts of Green-Ness
January 10, 2008 12:00 PM

Space Shuttle Atlantis and Best Days
June 20, 2007 7:40 AM

Get Organized on a Budget
October 2, 2005 10:22 PM

Harvesting and Drying Herbs
October 4, 2005 9:12 AM

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

Buying & Caring Tips for Potted Poinsettia
December 5, 2005 12:15 PM

De-Allergizing Your Home: A Room-by-Room Guide
July 31, 2005 8:44 PM

Fresh From the Garden Cooking
July 29, 2005 2:48 PM

Tips for a Safe Garage
May 17, 2006 12:54 PM

Potted Easter Lily Care
April 12, 2006 7:59 AM

Keeping Warm Economically
December 2, 2005 1:22 AM

Apple Cider Vinegar Uses and Recipes
May 25, 2006 12:22 PM

The Moon in My Mirror and the Man in the Moon
September 15, 2005 8:56 AM

Fact or Myth? The truth about snails.
June 22, 2006 3:37 PM

Freezing the Harvest without Blanching
August 14, 2006 10:58 AM

Late Winter (March) Pruning
March 6, 2006 2:17 PM

Tips and ideas to get organized in 10 minutes
October 2, 2005 10:21 PM

Father's Day and June Wedding Traditions
June 8, 2007 12:05 PM

Blog Action Day - Videos from Farmers' Almanac TV
October 11, 2007 11:07 AM

A GREEN New Year to You!
January 8, 2008 10:41 AM

Healthy Uses for Lemons
August 14, 2006 12:07 PM

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

A Cow's Best Friend?!
April 3, 2008 4:06 PM

Hanging Basket Plant Care Tips
August 2, 2006 8:05 AM

Stinging Caterpillars
August 11, 2006 10:04 AM

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

The SECRET is OUT!
August 27, 2007 9:20 AM

Top Ten Hurricane Tips - What to Do, How to Prepare
September 13, 2005 3:24 PM

Thanksgiving Traditions
November 16, 2007 2:47 PM

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

Dove Hunting with Grandma
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM

Garden Girl - Patti Moreno
Patricia Moreno, the Garden Girl, was born in raised in New York City. She grew up in Spanish Harlem on Manhattan and was educated at Nightingale-Bamford School for girls. Her path to Urban Sustainable Living began in the mid 1990's,...

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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...

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Farmers’ Almanac Weather Predictions - The Tradition ContinuesWith more weather than another almanac, the 2008 Farmers’ Almanac contains 16 months of weather – starting with September 2007 and going through December 2008. Be the first to know when the snow...

Easy Ways You Can Make A Difference
Little Things Add Up. Here are some asy ways to help preserve the earth from the Farmers’ Almanac. Recycle those plastic bags you get from the produce department at your local store. To keep them neat and easy to find, make...

Welcome to the NEW FarmersAlmanac.com
We've been very busy at Farmers' Almanac and Farmers' Almanac TV working on a new site that provides you with a more weather, wisdom, video, recipes, and more! Check out our new enhanced features: One-Stop Weather Site:Our new site is...

Tommy Linstroth
Tommy Linstroth is the Head of Sustainable Initiatives for Melaver, Inc. He is responsible for spearheading all of the company’s sustainable real estate developments, including one of the first sustainable projects in the U.S. which is also cited on the...

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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...

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What is the Farmers’ Almanac? Founded in 1818, the Farmers’ Almanac is North America’s most timeless, trusted, and treasured source for long-range weather predictions, humor, fun facts, and valuable advice on gardening, cooking, fishing, conservation, and much more. The...