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Language of Love
Take this quiz to test your love language. You'll find English is quite "love"ly!
Take this quiz to test your love language. You'll find English is quite "love"ly!
What the Heck is Jicama
There's lots to love about this larger-than life legume!
There's lots to love about this larger-than life legume!
The Meaning of Flowers
Want to send the right flower for the right occasion? A red rose means love, but what about a white one?
Want to send the right flower for the right occasion? A red rose means love, but what about a white one?
Is Your Love Written in the Stars?
A historical look at astrology. Ever wonder how astronomy and astrology are connected? Learn about how the fate of our ancestors relied on the stars.
A historical look at astrology. Ever wonder how astronomy and astrology are connected? Learn about how the fate of our ancestors relied on the stars.
Health Benefits of Strawberries
Strawberries not only look like a fruity heart-shaped valentine, they are filled with unusual phytonutrients that love to promote your health.
Strawberries not only look like a fruity heart-shaped valentine, they are filled with unusual phytonutrients that love to promote your health.
Easy Ways to Save Seeds
Garden Seed Harvesting Love your cucumbers this year? Learn how to save their seeds and plant them next year.
Garden Seed Harvesting Love your cucumbers this year? Learn how to save their seeds and plant them next year.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Homemade Air Freshener Can Freshen up the Holidays
Here is an easy-to-make air freshener that's also a perfect homemade gift.
Here is an easy-to-make air freshener that's also a perfect homemade gift.
Toothache
Want temporary relief from an aching tooth?
Want temporary relief from an aching tooth?
The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day
Ever wondered how the Valentines Day tradition started?
Ever wondered how the Valentines Day tradition started?
The Art of Kissing a Woman
First published in the 1896 Farmers' Almanac Although times have changed, kissing hasn't. Here is some timeless advice from the 1896 Farmers' Almanac.
First published in the 1896 Farmers' Almanac Although times have changed, kissing hasn't. Here is some timeless advice from the 1896 Farmers' Almanac.
Exploring Different Varieties of Honey
Here are some facts about honey that may delight you.
Here are some facts about honey that may delight you.
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.
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for a more natural moth ball remedy? Ever wonder what cloves are? Find the answers and more here.
Valentine's Trivia Answers
Here are the answers from our Valentine's trivia test.
Here are the answers from our Valentine's trivia test.
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.
Is holiday shopping hurting your wallet? Remember, it's the thought that counts. Check out our top 8 meaningful and FREE gift ideas.
Need a Holiday?
August has more of them than you think! Just because there are no major holidays in August doesn't mean there is nothing to celebrate.
August has more of them than you think! Just because there are no major holidays in August doesn't mean there is nothing to celebrate.
A Rose is Just a Rose – Or is It?
Don't send the wrong message to your Valentine. Find out what color roses you should give.
Don't send the wrong message to your Valentine. Find out what color roses you should give.
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.
If you're planning a winter wedding, you may want to read up on a few of these traditons.
PhilosoFacts
Don't be afraid to go out on a limb. That's where the fruit is.
Don't be afraid to go out on a limb. That's where the fruit is.
Top Ten Favorite Holiday Treats
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for some fantastic holiday treats to bake or give away as gifts? Check out our Top Ten Favorite recipes here.
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for some fantastic holiday treats to bake or give away as gifts? Check out our Top Ten Favorite recipes here.
5 Budget-Friendly Picks for Summer Getaways
5 top picks for fun but inexpensive summer getaways.
5 top picks for fun but inexpensive summer getaways.
Pumpkins for Health!
Why eat pumpkins? Few calories, lots of iron, protein, calcium, and more.
Why eat pumpkins? Few calories, lots of iron, protein, calcium, and more.
Get Inspired.
Farmers' Almanac Thoughts To Live By Motivational sayings from the pages of the Farmers' Almanac.
Farmers' Almanac Thoughts To Live By Motivational sayings from the pages of the Farmers' Almanac.
Make Your Own Valentine Candy
Candied Cherries Looking for something sweet for your sweetie? Check out this homemade, easy treat.
Candied Cherries Looking for something sweet for your sweetie? Check out this homemade, easy treat.
What's so Magical about Mistletoe?
Today, kisses can be exchanged under the mistletoe any time during the holiday season.
Today, kisses can be exchanged under the mistletoe any time during the holiday season.
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!
Here are some tried and true activities that will put smiles on your kids’ faces because they get to have fun with their parents!
Freeze the Peas? Yes Please!
Simple tips for freezing Snow Peas and Sugar Snap Peas, so they'll always taste fresh.
Simple tips for freezing Snow Peas and Sugar Snap Peas, so they'll always taste fresh.
Top Three Favorite Weather Storms
Ever long for a snowy or rainy day? Find out why bad weather sometimes makes for a good day.
Ever long for a snowy or rainy day? Find out why bad weather sometimes makes for a good day.
Celebrate Grandparents September 7
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.
lunar eclipse
Choosing a date for your wedding is a big decision. Check out this old wedding lore rhyme.
Choosing a date for your wedding is a big decision. Check out this old wedding lore rhyme.
10 Fun Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
Looking for great ideas for St. Patrick's Day? Try these fun ways to spend the day!
Looking for great ideas for St. Patrick's Day? Try these fun ways to spend the day!
Valentine's Trivia
According to legend, a woman who sees a sparrow overhead on Valentine's Day will marry a poor man.
According to legend, a woman who sees a sparrow overhead on Valentine's Day will marry a poor man.
Have you Exercised your Senses Lately
Tune into life's simple pleasures by exercising your senses. Learn how here.
Tune into life's simple pleasures by exercising your senses. Learn how here.
Banana Peels Can Even Shine Your Shoes
They can do a lot of other things too. Learn more.
They can do a lot of other things too. Learn more.
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.
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.
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.
A good way to share your gardening interests is to participate in a community garden. Here is how it works.
Scare Away Tooth Decay
Halloween doesn't have to be a dental nightmare. Follow these tips to keep your children smiling.
Halloween doesn't have to be a dental nightmare. Follow these tips to keep your children smiling.
Top 10 reasons to cut your own tree
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?
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.
Re: Saving Daylight An actual duplicate of Franklin's letter in which he described why there should be some changes with the clocks.
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.
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.
A Beginner’s Guide to the Stars
Star gazing is fun. Here's a quick guide to help you figure out which star is which.
Star gazing is fun. Here's a quick guide to help you figure out which star is which.
Vegetables that Liked this Summer's Soggy Weather
Why Cabbage and Broccoli are a Gardener's Best Friend
Why Cabbage and Broccoli are a Gardener's Best Friend
Top Ten Outdoor Activities for Fall
Ten great reasons to get outside this fall.
Ten great reasons to get outside this fall.
How to Create a Year of Wellness
Follow these month by month steps to a successfully healthy year.
Follow these month by month steps to a successfully healthy year.
Breakfast That Will Stick To Your Ribs
Try these hearty recipes for your weekend breakfast or brunch.
Try these hearty recipes for your weekend breakfast or brunch.
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!
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!
Slow Cooking: Hints and Recipes for the Crock Pot
Dinner is never easier than when you use the crock pot. Get helpful hints and great recipes here.
Dinner is never easier than when you use the crock pot. Get helpful hints and great recipes here.
Delectable Valentine's Cheesecakes
Find out how to make the perfect cheesecake for your Valentine.
Find out how to make the perfect cheesecake for your Valentine.
Recipes
Festive Glazed Ham
A dish that is incredibly easy to prepare, and yet great tasting. Stud with cloves for a festive look.
A dish that is incredibly easy to prepare, and yet great tasting. Stud with cloves for a festive look.
Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers
Jalapeno pepper halves are stuffed with cheese and sausage. You will love this spicy appetizer treat!
Jalapeno pepper halves are stuffed with cheese and sausage. You will love this spicy appetizer treat!
Products
Farmers' Almanac Corn Mug
Go Green with our New EARTH HUG TRAVEL MUGShow your love for the earth with our Farmers' Almanac environmentally friendly travel mug! This heavy-duty 17-oz. insulated travel mug is made of 100% corn plastic, a renewable, biodegradable material formulated from...
Blog
Autumn is a Season We Love
October 3, 2005 8:22 AM
October 3, 2005 8:22 AM
Send the Right Message: Know What Flowers to Send
February 9, 2009 10:32 AM
February 9, 2009 10:32 AM
Favorite Vegetables to Grow
May 15, 2008 2:39 PM
May 15, 2008 2:39 PM
A Long, Hard Winter
April 5, 2007 9:18 AM
April 5, 2007 9:18 AM
A Halloween Legend
October 30, 2007 11:19 AM
October 30, 2007 11:19 AM
Animals and Weather
February 6, 2008 11:20 AM
February 6, 2008 11:20 AM
NOAA vs Farmers’ Almanac
October 25, 2007 11:23 AM
October 25, 2007 11:23 AM
Slugs!
June 12, 2007 7:41 AM
June 12, 2007 7:41 AM
The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day
February 11, 2009 12:13 PM
February 11, 2009 12:13 PM
Have you checked it out yet?
August 24, 2008 6:57 PM
August 24, 2008 6:57 PM
Weather Forecasts for India?
December 20, 2006 8:32 AM
December 20, 2006 8:32 AM
Love is spelled S-N-O-W
February 26, 2008 10:53 AM
February 26, 2008 10:53 AM
DayLight Saving Time
March 6, 2009 4:42 PM
March 6, 2009 4:42 PM
Father’s Day and June Wedding Traditions
June 8, 2007 12:05 PM
June 8, 2007 12:05 PM
50th Wedding Anniversary Ideas
September 7, 2005 9:56 PM
September 7, 2005 9:56 PM
Walter Cronkite - That's The Way It Is!
July 20, 2009 12:38 PM
July 20, 2009 12:38 PM
Apple Blossoms Seem Like a Good Choice
February 5, 2007 11:07 AM
February 5, 2007 11:07 AM
Patriot Day - 5th Anniversary
September 11, 2006 11:01 AM
September 11, 2006 11:01 AM
25 Random Things
February 17, 2009 1:47 PM
February 17, 2009 1:47 PM
I Don’t Hate Radishes!
May 21, 2009 2:22 PM
May 21, 2009 2:22 PM
From Maple Tree to Maple Syrup Facts
March 13, 2006 9:35 AM
March 13, 2006 9:35 AM
Beauty Is Only Skin Deep
April 23, 2009 4:19 PM
April 23, 2009 4:19 PM
Where did all the ladybugs come from?
October 20, 2009 1:51 PM
October 20, 2009 1:51 PM
Transitioning Mums From the Pot to Your Garden
October 19, 2005 9:12 AM
October 19, 2005 9:12 AM
Is Slower Better?
July 14, 2008 12:04 PM
July 14, 2008 12:04 PM
Mercury and CFL Bulbs
September 4, 2008 2:36 PM
September 4, 2008 2:36 PM
Speed Farming
July 23, 2009 6:16 PM
July 23, 2009 6:16 PM
After IKe, What’s Next
September 23, 2008 10:45 AM
September 23, 2008 10:45 AM
Feed Wild Birds Naturally With an Edible Wreath
September 13, 2005 8:53 AM
September 13, 2005 8:53 AM
The “Joys?” of Country Living.
November 11, 2008 4:48 PM
November 11, 2008 4:48 PM
Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus
November 21, 2006 11:38 PM
November 21, 2006 11:38 PM
Dear Editor: Go Away, Winter!
April 10, 2007 9:19 AM
April 10, 2007 9:19 AM
Groundhogs and Winter in Tennessee
November 13, 2006 9:55 AM
November 13, 2006 9:55 AM
Big Snow - Little Snow
September 22, 2006 8:32 AM
September 22, 2006 8:32 AM
A Lesson Dogs Learn Sooner Than People
August 9, 2006 11:31 AM
August 9, 2006 11:31 AM
Pet Peeves and Maple Tree Seeds
June 3, 2008 2:08 PM
June 3, 2008 2:08 PM
Cooking Outside the Bread Box
September 5, 2005 10:28 PM
September 5, 2005 10:28 PM
Meetings with Remarkable Trees
July 8, 2005 4:45 PM
July 8, 2005 4:45 PM
Hate Broccoli? You'll Love This
August 1, 2008 12:03 PM
August 1, 2008 12:03 PM
From the Producer: Season 2 of Farmers’ Almanac TV
January 12, 2007 11:01 AM
January 12, 2007 11:01 AM
Gift Mitts – All Through the House & Garden
December 19, 2005 1:10 AM
December 19, 2005 1:10 AM
Full Moon Contest - the Why?
October 5, 2009 1:55 PM
October 5, 2009 1:55 PM
Good Weeding
July 8, 2009 8:49 AM
July 8, 2009 8:49 AM
Living to be Really, Really Old
April 21, 2008 10:00 AM
April 21, 2008 10:00 AM
Yankee Ingenuity and the Wooden Clothespin
July 1, 2008 10:42 AM
July 1, 2008 10:42 AM
Pests and Backyard Chickens
March 25, 2009 9:00 AM
March 25, 2009 9:00 AM
A Reader Recalls Being Struck by Lightning
April 30, 2007 8:32 AM
April 30, 2007 8:32 AM
Using Wood to Keep Warm
February 6, 2009 12:30 PM
February 6, 2009 12:30 PM
Pruning the Vineyard with the Pros
February 23, 2006 4:17 PM
February 23, 2006 4:17 PM
End of The Year Weather
December 28, 2007 5:04 PM
December 28, 2007 5:04 PM
The Spirit of America
September 28, 2009 3:30 PM
September 28, 2009 3:30 PM
Historical Weather Source
August 16, 2007 2:36 PM
August 16, 2007 2:36 PM
The Rose Touch
June 12, 2006 11:36 AM
June 12, 2006 11:36 AM
Best Weather State for Gardening
April 24, 2009 11:13 AM
April 24, 2009 11:13 AM
Full Moon Contest
September 25, 2009 9:12 AM
September 25, 2009 9:12 AM
The Chicken Whisperer: Dogs and Chickens Living in Harmony
March 17, 2009 5:02 PM
March 17, 2009 5:02 PM
North Star
November 8, 2007 10:54 AM
November 8, 2007 10:54 AM
Hilo, Hawaii
March 10, 2009 10:16 AM
March 10, 2009 10:16 AM
Less Stress at Christmas
November 28, 2007 1:37 PM
November 28, 2007 1:37 PM
Giant Pumpkin Regatta
October 9, 2007 11:56 AM
October 9, 2007 11:56 AM
Once a Month Household Chores
August 6, 2006 4:20 PM
August 6, 2006 4:20 PM
Best Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day Indoors (in case it rains)
May 19, 2008 8:17 AM
May 19, 2008 8:17 AM
Butterfly Garden
July 19, 2006 7:56 AM
July 19, 2006 7:56 AM
Itching for Blackberries
July 13, 2005 4:53 PM
July 13, 2005 4:53 PM
The Global Warming discussion and tips for reducing your carbon footprint
January 29, 2007 5:07 PM
January 29, 2007 5:07 PM
Hearts from the Hearth
February 10, 2006 8:28 AM
February 10, 2006 8:28 AM
Joyful Frugality
May 22, 2009 9:10 AM
May 22, 2009 9:10 AM
Almanacs, Large and Small
September 15, 2006 11:02 AM
September 15, 2006 11:02 AM
Long Live Mud
June 3, 2009 9:22 AM
June 3, 2009 9:22 AM
Ray Geiger and the Farmers’ Almanac
September 18, 2006 9:55 AM
September 18, 2006 9:55 AM
Earth Day
April 22, 2009 10:43 AM
April 22, 2009 10:43 AM
Answering E-Mails
October 28, 2008 10:57 AM
October 28, 2008 10:57 AM
The Last Great Race on Earth
March 5, 2009 7:30 PM
March 5, 2009 7:30 PM
Wedding Weather Contest Finalists
March 31, 2008 1:33 PM
March 31, 2008 1:33 PM
Fall - Apples - Pies
September 27, 2007 10:01 AM
September 27, 2007 10:01 AM
Should We Tinker With Thanksgiving Day??
November 26, 2008 2:07 PM
November 26, 2008 2:07 PM
The 10 Worst Weather Cities
October 6, 2006 6:20 AM
October 6, 2006 6:20 AM
Growing Out of Poverty
October 15, 2008 9:39 AM
October 15, 2008 9:39 AM
Who needs Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)?
May 12, 2009 12:10 PM
May 12, 2009 12:10 PM
Financial Crisis - Suggestions to Save
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM
Dove Hunting with Grandma
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM
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Interview Requests
Looking for a lively, unusual, but informative interview for your story or show? Farmers’ Almanac editors love to talk about unusual weather, long-range weather outlooks and more! Both seasoned interviewees, editors Pete Geiger and Sandi Duncan are ready, willing...
Looking for a lively, unusual, but informative interview for your story or show? Farmers’ Almanac editors love to talk about unusual weather, long-range weather outlooks and more! Both seasoned interviewees, editors Pete Geiger and Sandi Duncan are ready, willing...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
An Interview With Ken Burns (from the 2010 Farmers' Almanac)
For three decades, documentary filmmaker Ken Burns has been exploring the people, places, and events that comprise the fabric of America. Whether a bridge over the East River in New York, a five-year war between the states, or the transformative...
For three decades, documentary filmmaker Ken Burns has been exploring the people, places, and events that comprise the fabric of America. Whether a bridge over the East River in New York, a five-year war between the states, or the transformative...
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...
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...
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...
