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.

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.

Grilling Veggies
Tips and ways to use your grill. Bring life to fresh vegetables this summer by grilling them. Learn how here.

Is There Life On Mars?
You've heard of the "man on the moon" but what about "man on mars?" Read about the idea of a man on mars here.

Leading The Way In Improving Ozone Protection
Ozone (O3) is a highly reactive gas composed of three oxygen atoms. Depending on where it is in the atmosphere, ozone affects life on Earth in either good or bad ways.

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

Three Simple Questions that Could Save a Life
Learn how three simple questions could help you recognize a stroke.

Hurricane Tips: How To Be Prepared!
Being prepared before and during a hurricane can mean the difference between life and death. Check out these essential tips and keep them in a handy place.

Natural Remedies for Stress
Learn how to avoid and deal with stress. Life's hectic pace and routines can add stress to your everyday life. Discover natural ways to avoid stress and learn how to unwind if it gets to you.

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.

Too Busy to Exercise? Think Again.
Simple Ways to Sneak in Exercise. Life is busy, but exercise is important. Check out our easy ways to sneak in some exercise.

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

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.

Fun Animal Facts
Are there more chickens than people in the world? Find out

How did Frosty become a symbol of the holiday?

Fair Trade Gives People a Fair Chance
Find out how your shopping habits can help someone in a developing country.

How did Frosty Become the Holiday Snowman?
Ever wonder how an animated snowman became a holiday icon?

Dear Santa Claus

An Early St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated on the 17th of March, but not this year.

Sticking to Your New Year's Resolutions
New Year's resolutions are notorious for being broken. But you can achieve success. Here's how.

Get Healthier Looking Skin

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?

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

Exploring Different Varieties of Honey
Here are some facts about honey that may delight you.

Stress Reducing Tips
To keep the holidays happier. Holidays can be busy and stressful enough. Here are some tips for relaxing and enjoying the holidays without overextending ourselves.

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?

8 Wonderful Gifts That Don't Cost A Cent
Is holiday shopping hurting your wallet? Remember, it's the thought that counts. Check out our top 8 meaningful and FREE gift ideas.

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

Roasting Pumpkin Seeds
After carving the pumpkin, you may want to roast the seed for an easy, and tasty treat.

A Day for Peace
September 21 is the official International Day of Peace or "Peace Day." Learn more about this new holiday here.

Best Day to Potty Train?!
Is there such a thing? Check out a new feature in the 2009 Farmers' Almanac.

Is El Niño a theory or a proven fact?
The Paita sailors, who frequently navigate along the coast in small craft, either to the north or the south of that port, name this countercurrent the current of "El Niño" (the child Jesus) because it has been observed to appear immediately after Christmas.

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

10 Ways to Bring Your Family Closer Together
Here are some tried and true activities that will put smiles on your kids’ faces because they get to have fun with their parents!

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.

Top Three Favorite Weather Storms
Ever long for a snowy or rainy day? Find out why bad weather sometimes makes for a good day.

Simple Pleasures for the Whole Family
Take time this winter to slow down and enjoy some down time! Here are some simple pleasures all of you can enjoy.

When hayfever attacks
Try eating yogurt daily Fall is ragweed pollen season. You can reduce hay fever attacks by eating yogurt and bananas, as well as following these other simple tips.

Wreaths are More than Just Decorations
Wreaths have been used as war symbols, as well as house identifiers. Learn more about wreaths and how to decorate with them.

Celebrate Grandparents September 7
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.

Decorating the Christmas Tree
Decorating the Christmas tree can be traced back to the 7th century. A wide variety of decorations, including tinsel made with real silver, have been used over the centuries. Here are a few ideas for making your tree special.

Wedding Traditions…Where Did They Come From?
If you're planning a winter wedding, you may want to read up on a few of these traditons.

Quill Pens Scribed American History
The quill pen scripted major turning points in American history, including the Mayflower Compact. Learn More.

Why Color Eggs?
Easter lore revealed. Easter is almost here! Coloring eggs is a yearly tradition but did you ever wonder why we color them?

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

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.

Bringing Herbs Indoors
If your area has not had a killing frost yet, you may still have time to bring your herbs indoor for year-round fresh ingredients.

Fixed Annuity Facts
The fixed-rate annuity is very similar to a bank CD, but typically pays a higher minimum interest rate and offer greater security.

Holiday Plants: How Safe are They?
Are poinsettias really that toxic? Learn the truth behind the health risks of some popular holiday plants.

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 –

8 Fun Ways to Hook Kids on Fishing
Fishing season is here. Take the kids and instill in them a love for the outdoors. Here are some tips on ways to get started.

Healthy Hints for Better Hair
Learn when's the best day to cut your hair. Did you know there is a certain time in the month that's better for cutting your hair? Find out why and what days are best this month.

Surviving the Holiday Rush – Ways to Combat Fatigue
Feeling worn out from the holiday rush? Find out ways to prevent exhaustion.

8 Things to do on Thanksgiving Besides Watch Football
The meal is complete, the dishes are done and it’s time to be with family and friends. Now what?

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

Frosty Weather may Lead to Frostbite
Find out how to prevent frozen skin. Do you know the difference between frostnip and frostbite?

Making Your Own Natural Holiday Wreath
With just a few pinecones, nuts and hemlock cones, you can make a festive holiday wreath.

The Many Helpful Uses of Baking Soda
Baking soda can help clean your dishes, fruits and vegetables, as well as help out with other household chores.

How Much Do You Know About Hurricanes?
First appearing in the 2006 Farmers' Almanac They may be more deadly than you think. Read these hurricane facts.

Hurricane Preparedness: Is Your Pet Safe?
How to protect your pets from the unexpected. Hurricane season is here and will peak on September 10th. Here are ways you can help keep your pet safe in case of a weather disaster.

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.

Olympic Traditions: One World, One Dream
The 2008 Summer Olympic Games begin August 8 in Beijing and will carry on centuries of tradition.

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

What the Hail?
Learn more about thunderstorms and hail. Inside a thunderstorm, there are many crazy things - updrafts, winds, ice. Find out more about hail and thunderstorms.

Put the JOY back in Christmas
Tips on ways to spend and stress less. Tis the season for . . . a lot to get done in a short amount of time. Check out our helpful tips that help keep the season less crazy.

Beating the Back-To-School Blues
Going back to school can be stressful. Find out how to help your kids make a smooth transition.

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

12 Simple Tips to Sell Your Home in a Slow Market
Try these low-cost tips to make your house a place buyers will want to call home.

Armstrong and Aldrin: The Eagle Has Landed
"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." Read first-hand accounts of this famous trip to the moon.

Back To School in Eco-Friendly Style
Check out the many earth-friendly options for this year's back-to-school shopping.

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.

The Most Destructive Twister on Record

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.

Lightning Kills, Play it Safe
There's nothing fun about being struck. Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Have a safe, enjoyable summer. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.

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.

Top Ten Deadliest Hurricanes
This has been a stormy hurricane season. Check out a list of some of the deadliest storms over the past 100+ years.

Weather Glossary
Ever wonder what an anemometer measures? Or what a dust devil is? Here's a helpful glossary of popular weather terms.

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.

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.

Verlyn Klinkenborg: A Rural Life
Verlyn Klinkenborg, writer and editor for the New York Times, leads a life of paradox: half the time in the great metropolis as a newspaper man, the other half as a farmer in upstate New York.

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.

Larger than Life: The Legend of Paul Bunyan
Take a journey into both history and myth as we visit the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Museum in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

A Main Street Way of Life: Cooperstown, NY
In Cooperstown, New York, the main street is the heart of the community. We look inside this Norman Rockwell storybook town.

Special Olympics Introduction
Tim and Eunice Shriver along with Tom Arnold, Senator Tom Harkin, Filmmaker Peter Farrelly, the athletes, coaches, families and volunteers strive to make the First National Special Olympics a life-changing event for all involved.

Farm-opoly
FARM-OPOLY, a down on the farm property trading game! Here's a property tradin' game for farmers or those who just think farmin' is cool! It's life down on the farm where players increase their profits by collecting acres...

Foxfire 10
Interested in rediscovering the virtues of simple life?Although about a quarter of this collection of oral histories is devoted to folk arts and crafts, such as chair-making and gourd art, the focus in this Foxfire volume is on Appalachian history....

Amphibian - DK Eyewitness
Imagine leading a double life......on land and in water. Leap into the fascinating world of frogs, toads, and salamanders, and get a close-up look at the amazing variety of colors, shapes, and sizes in the amphibian family.

Chilies and Artrichoke wreath
Relish in nature's bounty with spicy red chilies, pomegranates, green artichokes, lichens, rust colored grasses and magnolia pods. Designed to give culinary decor perfect for every chef in your life.

Survival - DK Eyewitness VHS
The Survival DK Eyewitness video reveals how all life-forms face a daily struggle for survival, whether they are prey or predator. Discover some of nature's most ingenious and wildest superstitions about human survival. It's not necessarily the fastest,...

Season Two
Episode 1
New York Times, columnist, Verlyn Klinkenborg converses with us about rural and urban life. His take on which is the hardest is surprising.Nickel Creek gives us a look inside their 2006 tour and long history.A father and son team...

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,...

Country Wisdom Paper Back 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,...

Arnold the snoring pig by GUND
Go hog-wild with Arnold the Snoring Pig, a cute, quirky companion sure to put a smile on anyone's face. Arnold's oversized snout, curly pink tail and I'm-so-sleepy expression make him a cheerful gift for animal lovers of all ages. Press...

Season Two
Episode 11
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 be believed. Do you know the difference between...

Season Two
Episode 12
Watch as cows are milked at The Strauss Family Dairy and then follow the milk to the Cowgirl Creamery where it's turned into some of the best cheese in the world. Waste turns into wonder in artist, Wally Warren's hands....

Season Two
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...

2009 Canadian Farmers' Almanac
Want to simplify your life?Pick up a copy of the 2009 Canadian Farmers' Almanac!Learn how to save money, gas and water, garden without a yard, heal yourselfnaturally, make do with less by reusing and repurposing everyday householdobjects, live in harmony...

2009 Farmers Almanac
Want to simplify your life?Pick up a copy of the 2009 Farmers' Almanac!Learn how to save money, gas and water, garden without a yard, heal yourselfnaturally, make do with less by reusing and repurposing everyday householdobjects, live in harmony with...

Winter on the Farm
The Farm is a cool place to be in the Winter. In addition to daily chores, learn about the extra jobs that winter brings with it. Cutting wood, trimming apple trees, tapping maple trees, and making maple syrup are...

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 paper back yields more than 700 pearls of...

The Change in the Weather
People, Weather, and the Science of ClimateWritten by William K. StevensTrade Paperback, 384 pagesUpdated with a new afterword, including information on the warmest winter of the century.Is something going on with the weather?A record-setting heat wave that just won't release...

Pure Honey in a 20 oz Fluted Bottle
Ted Dennard first got interested in honey when he met an old beekeeper out in the boondocks south of Savannah named Roy Hightower details. Ted starting learning the mysteries of the trade, and the young man was hooked."Once you get...

Living Life Better
June 25, 2008 2:03 PM

The Many Colors of Nature
January 18, 2008 10:14 AM

Doing More With Less… And Loving It!
January 6, 2009 1:18 PM

Living to be Really, Really Old
April 21, 2008 10:00 AM

New Year Resolutions
January 2, 2008 9:54 AM

Welcome!
September 5, 2006 2:50 PM

The “Joys?” of Country Living.
November 11, 2008 4:48 PM

A Billion Dollar Dilemma
January 9, 2009 2:55 PM

Strawberry Moons….Forever
June 18, 2008 12:30 PM

Use the Signs for Best Days
June 15, 2007 6:42 AM

Winter, Global Warming, Groundhog Day…
January 31, 2008 3:57 PM

Labor Day
August 30, 2008 11:52 AM

Apple Blossoms Seem Like a Good Choice
February 5, 2007 11:07 AM

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

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

Winter Weather Awareness Week
October 29, 2008 10:13 AM

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

In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb
March 1, 2007 9:59 AM

New Website … a Beautiful Thing.
August 13, 2007 10:41 AM

Recycle, Re-use, Be an Earth Citizen!
July 15, 2005 2:39 PM

Yes, Virginia, There IS a Santa Claus
December 3, 2007 10:10 AM

Inspiration for the Week
September 2, 2008 3:34 PM

Dollar Coin Vs. The Dollar Bill - A Controversy?
October 26, 2008 12:34 PM

Easy Ways to "Greenify" Your Home
June 30, 2008 12:15 AM

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

Mercury and CFL Bulbs
September 4, 2008 2:36 PM

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

Farmers’ Almanac Television
September 15, 2008 12:56 PM

Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus
November 21, 2006 11:38 PM

Weather Spotters
April 14, 2008 10:45 AM

Cuddling to stay warm this Valentine’s Day
February 15, 2007 8:39 AM

Slugs!
June 12, 2007 7:41 AM

D-Day, Bee Stingers, and Fresh-Cut Flowers
June 6, 2007 5:23 AM

Sharing and Caring
October 10, 2008 4:08 PM

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

Farm Aid 2006 - Willie Nelson
September 30, 2006 11:09 PM

Tick Alert
July 21, 2008 9:45 AM

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

Winter Indicator
November 5, 2007 11:52 AM

Cut Flower Care
February 15, 2006 1:47 PM

Is Old Man Winter on his way?
October 25, 2006 9:21 AM

Those Darn Ants
July 28, 2008 2:55 PM

Curing the common cold
September 28, 2006 12:24 PM

Sometimes it’s what’s left behind . . .
February 15, 2008 6:34 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

A GREEN New Year to You!
January 1, 2008 12:06 AM

Blog Action Day
October 15, 2007 4:45 PM

Front Page News
September 11, 2007 5:02 PM

Energy Efficiencies - 4 Ideas
July 31, 2008 4:50 PM

Tornado Survival Tips
May 6, 2008 10:07 PM

Almanacs, Large and Small
September 15, 2006 11:02 AM

Christmas In July
July 17, 2008 2:49 PM

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

Wild March Weather - Scamming the Elderly
March 10, 2008 12:36 PM

Waste Not, Want Not – Trash into Treasure
May 12, 2008 12:05 AM

Should We Tinker With Thanksgiving Day??
November 26, 2008 2:07 PM

Ice Storm Paralyzes New England in ‘98
January 8, 2008 9:56 AM

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

Does that come in Green? Greener Home Improvement Tips
August 21, 2008 9:48 AM

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

Lightning Awareness
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM

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

13 Ways to Improve Your Luck this Friday the 13th
June 9, 2008 1:36 AM

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

Cleaning Products Exposed!
July 8, 2008 1:33 PM

Sandi Duncan, Philom., Managing Editor of the Farmers' Almanac
If only Sandi Duncan could remember all of the interesting bits of trivia she’s learned throughout her years of editing the Farmers’ Almanac, she’d be able to make a fortune on the television quiz show circuit and retire comfortably. Luckily...

About UV
The sun radiates energy over a broad spectrum of wavelengths. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which has a shorter wavelength than either visible blue ...

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...

2006-2007 Weather Outlook for the U.S.
Tired of the Heat? Hang on – 2007 Farmers' Almanac Predicts "SHIVERY IS NOT DEAD"Lewiston, ME: After a brutally hot summer in most of the country, cool news is on the way. The new edition of the Farmers' Almanac, which...

Meet the Editors
Peter Geiger, Philom., EditorIf 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...

2006-2007 Weather Outlook for Canada
Tired of the Heat? Hang on – 2007 Canadian Farmers' Almanac Predicts "SHIVERY IS NOT DEAD"Lewiston, ME: After a hot summer in most of Canada, cool news is on the way. The new edition of the Canadian Farmers' Almanac, which...

Farmers' Almanac Testimonials
Our readers say it best! As North America's Favorite Farmers Almanac, we receive tons of letters, emails, and phone calls from readers and fans. Here are a fews of our favorite comments:Dear Almanac,I absolutely love you magazine and now I...

What's inside the 2009 Canadian Farmers' Almanac?
As always, the 2009 Canadian Farmers’ Almanac contains 16 months of our legendary weather predictions for Canada. Don’t be caught off guard—see what’s in store for your hometown for the next winter, spring, and summer ahead.This year’s edition contains hints,...

Podcasts and RSS Feeds
Farmers Almanac TV Weather Podcast From weather proverbs to historic weather events, Farmers' Almanac TV presents the facts behind the folklore! Farmers Almanac TV Video RSS Feed We travel the continent to bring you stories...

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...

Weather Glossary
Below are some common, and uncommon, weather terms. Absolute Zero The temperature at which all molecular motion ceases, equal to -459.67 degrees Fahrenheit or -273.16 degrees Celsius.Anemometer An instrument for measuring wind force and speed. Aurora A glow of colored...