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.

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

July's Full Buck Moon
On July 29, 2007 the moon will be full. Learn why many refer to this moon as the full "Buck Moon".

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.

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

Secret Ingredients for Better Tasting Dishes
Almanac Approved!

September's Full Harvest Moon
Full moons have some of the most interesting stories behind them. Discover why and now September's full moon is often referred to as the full harvest moon.

Did Abraham Lincoln Read the Farmers' Almanac?
You and Lincoln may have something in common. February is the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birthday. We all know him as a famous president, but did you know he was a lawyer and used the Almanac in a case?

Does the Moon rise in the East?
And set in thew West? Ever wonder if the moon follows the same rise and set pattern as the sun?

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.

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.

Don't Throw It Away!

A Lunar Show You Won't Want to Miss!
Tune in this Wednesday, February 20. Finally! A Lunar Eclipse that more than 3 billion people will be able to view! Find out more about this spectacular event!

Light or Dark of the Moon
Ever wonder what is meant by the "light of the moon," or the "dark of the moon?"

Does the Moon Glow?
Learn how and why we can see the moon in the dark night sky.

A Full PINK Moon?!
You've heard of a "blue" moon but what is a "pink" moon?

If You are Missing an Ingredient
Emergency Kitchen Substitutions It never seems to fail. You are preparing a special family dinner and you forgot to pick up a necessary ingredient. Don't fret. There are ways around it.

Handy Measuring Equivalents
Wondering how much a pound of wheat equates to? Look no further.

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

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

Go to Sleep - Naturally
Tips to help you fall asleep naturally, even if the holidays have you all stirred up.

The Stories Behind Food Names
What did gambling have to do with sandwiches?

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

Gingersnaps Galore
With a few gingersnap cookies, you can turn ordinary pancakes, muffins and other foods into festive holiday treats with the wonderful gingersnap flavor.

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

Cooking tips from Grandma Blanche Bianco
Wonder how to deglaze a pan or make bechamel sauce? Grandma Bianco has passed on a few tips for those who may be a bit new to the kitchen.

Grandma's Cooking How-to's
If you are experimenting with some new recipes this month, check out these "how-to"s from Grandma Blanche Bianco. She'll teach how to boil pasta, make bechamel sauce and more.

Tips for holiday weight loss
If you want to get back on track, here are a few tips on how to lower the fat and calories in your everyday cooking.

Rice Rocks
Rice, a staple food for more than half of the earth's population, is an amazing grain.

Cooking Terminology and Methods
Dredge or dunk? Slice or Julienne? Not everyone knows the difference.

Can Acorns Predict a Rough Winter?
Natural Signs of a Bad Winter

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

Easy Ways to Help the Earth

When's the Best Day to Wean?
Did you know that there are better times to wean according to the moon? Lean what the rule is for the best day to wean.

Where did Ice Cream Come From?
You scream . . . I scream . . . We all scream for ICE SCREAM ...but who Screamed first? Learn about the history of this popular dessert.

Apples: A solution for many health issues.
They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away. But did you know apples may help your memory, prevent constipation, assist in digestion and more?!

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?

How did an Almanac Save Christopher Columbus?!
Christopher Columbus once used an Almanac and an eclipse to save him and his crew. Find out how.

How Does the Farmers' Almanac Make Its Weather Predictions?
Is it folklore? The groundhog? Radar and computers? Find out how the Almanac makes its amazingly accurate long-range weather predictions.

Winning Apple Pie Recipes
Farmers' Almanac readers elected Apple Pie as America's Dessert. Now check out our top three winning recipes for this tasty pie.

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.

Timely Weather Definitions
Do you know what these words really mean? Are "squalls" predicted in your area? Do you know what is meant by squalls? What is the halo around the moon caused by?

Make Your Own Eggnog
Recipe and More! Make your own eggnog this holiday season. It's fun, easy and tasty.

Cold is the Night
When the Stars Shine Bright Is there any truth to this weather lore? And how come the stars seem brighter in colder months?

December's Full COLD Moon
It's cold in some areas of the country, but is the moon cold? Learn why December 23rd's full moon is the cold moon.

Flu or Cold - How can you tell?
Sneezing? Coughing? Fever? Learn helpful ways to distinguish between a cold and the flu.

Need some help in the kitchen?
Farmers' Almanac shares useful cooking tips. Learn how to make eggs fluffier, meatballs easier, and vegetables more full of flavor.

Favorite Warming Recipes For Winter Meals
Cold outside? Warm up with these flavorful recipes.

What is an Annular Eclipse of the Sun?
You've heard of a solar and perhaps a lunar eclipse, but what is an annular eclipse?

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

What is the definition of Zodiac?
Zodiac is a term that is used often, but do you know what it really means?

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.

Dry Skin? Reach for a Potato!
Lean how every day kitchen ingredients can help heal dry skin.

Is it going to rain?
Learn the signs. Are there signs from nature that indicate when rain will fall? Check out some of our favorite rainy day clues.

Earliest Easter You Will See In Your Lifetime
Unless you are 95 or over. Easter is on March 23rd this year, one of th earliest dates in can occur. But why?

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.

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

Favorite Ways to Spend a Rainy Day
Don't let the rain outside get you down! Check out the Farmers' Almanac's list of 10 ways to enjoy April.

May is Great for Mercury Watching
Are you ready for some night sky fun? Be sure to find out what’s happening and how you may be able to easily recognize this planet in the night sky.

3 Yummy Mother's Day Treats
Looking for a new recipe for Mother's Day? Here are a few favorites from the Farmers' Almanac.

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

Macaroni and Cheese
Mac and Cheese is comfort food for the soul.

Chocolate Pecan Cookies

Chicken and Asparagus Amandine
This recipe gives you a quick and easy way to enjoy the delicious tastes of chicken and asparagus.

Black Magic Cake
Spooky dark chocolate cake that's suitable for all your black magic get-togethers.

Organic Broccolini & Spinach Soup

Fresh Corn Loaf

Swedish Meatballs
Swedish meatballs can be served as an appetizer or at dinner with steamed rice and a vegetable.

Baked Stuffed Shrimp
A quick and tasty appetizer ideal for preparing ahead of time and popping in the oven just before guests arrive.

Tomato Meat Sauce
This is the basic tomato meat sauce that does not require making meatballs.

Ambrosia

Chicken Wing Hors d'Ouevres
If you are serious about chicken wings this recipe not only makes a large quantity, but the flavors in this recipe are fantastic.

Peanut Butter Bars

Banana Pudding with Sour Cream
This classic banana pudding is fast, easy and will remind you of the good old days.

Apple Pancakes
Serve with cinnamon gravy or your favorite hot apple syrup!

Crab Au Gratin

Cinnamon French Toast
French toast often known as eggy bread in the UK, is a popular breakfast food in North America.

Speedy Curried Ham

Baked Corn
This old southern recipe goes well with all kinds of meals. Especially at the holidays.

Mexican Cornbread
This cornbread is moist and tasty with just a hint of heat!

Spinach Salad
Spinach salad makes for a great starter or even a meal by itself. A little French Feta Cheese will add an extra kick!

Blueberry Buckle

Oyster Bisque

Spinach Souffle'

Salmon Egg Foo Young

Lemon Bread

Pork-Potato Casserole
A classic recipe for a hearty appetite!

Crab Soup

Banana Frost
This frozen delight can be a wonderful snack or dessert.

Hershey's Chocolate Fudge Icing

White Bread
This will remind you of Grandma's homemade bread, but you'll be making it!

Bread Pudding
Bread Pudding, first known as a "poor man's pudding", is an old fashioned dessert that has been popular for a long time.

Poached Salmon Steaks With Egg Sauce And Peas
Poached salmon with a rich egg sauce makes a lovely light lunch!

Chocolate Mocha Punch
Having a frosty glass of this chocolate punch is almost like sipping a chocolate shake.

Mashed Potato Refrigerator Rolls
These refrigerator rolls can be made with leftover mashed potatoes. After the dough is made, shape rolls into a variety of styles.

Creamy Rice Pudding (Kugel)
Here is a rich, comforting dessert from Eastern Europe. Its flavor comes from chewy raisins and fragrant nutmeg.

Crab Bisque

Custard Pie

Green Bean & Mushroom Casserole
An easy way to make sure you family eats their greens!

Corn and Potato Soup
This corn and potato chowder uses whole kernel corn. This recipe can be changed by adding crumbled bacon!

Eggplant Souffle'

Corn and Sausage Chowder
Try this hearty one pot meal to stay warm!

Frosted Butter Cookies

Creamed Fish Casserole
This dish is, simply put, an extremely easy one-pot meal ideal for your busy day!

Kelle Carter's Sugar Pumpkin Pie
Small Sugar Pumpkin is an heirloom pumpkin dating back to the 1800's. Dependable and easy to grow, it boasts high quality, stringless, thick, sweet flesh that is great for making pies. Organic seeds are available from Seeds of Change at www.seedsofchange.com.

Peach Fritters

Chicken Casserole with Wild Rice
Treat your family like royalty with this deliciously elegant casserole. A majestic combination of tender chicken, wild rice, slivered almonds, and mushrooms.

Easy Pumpkin Pie
A tasty holiday tradition made easy.

Summertime Special Drink

Cream of Fresh Tomato Soup
Once you try this delightful version of tomato soup with the perfume of basil, you'll swear off canned tomato soup for good.

Bread Stuffing
Delicious and super simple to make! This is the stuffing to make if you're looking for simplicity in your stuffing.

Mushroom Casserole
This dish is a simple combination of mushrooms, stuffing, & cheese.

Vidalia Onion Pie
If you enjoy onions, you'll probably really love this unique recipe

Leftover Macaroni and Ham Casserole
Here's a fabulous recipe using leftover Christmas foods like ham & macaroni.

Creamed Sweet Potatoes
These are delicious with roasted turkey, pork or chicken.

Rise & Shine Cheesy Egg Bake
Start your morning right with a wholesome breakfast.

New England Clam Chowder
Scrumptious fresh clams, hearty potatoes and creamery butter, this classic may sweep your taste buds out to sea.

Mick's Corn Pudding

Sour Cream Biscuits
Sour cream has a wonderful way of helping produce moist baked goods, such as these delicate biscuits.

Individual Coffee Cakes

Corned Beef Casserole
Canned corned beef can be combined with a delicious combination of noodles.

Chocolatetown Special Cake
A delicious recipe for Chocolate Cake, with Hershey's Cocoa.

Creamed Spinach
Creamed spinach is highly nutritious and complements a multitude of entrées.

Pumpkin Pancakes
This is a fun and different breakfast that all the kids will enjoy.

Oatmeal Muffins

Baked Potato Soup
A loaded baked potato soup recipe, this soup incorporates baking potatoes, bacon, cheese, sour cream, and other vegetables and seasonings.

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

Pink Salad

Southern Fried Chicken Patties

Succotash
This classic side dish of lima beans, corn kernels and sweet peppers can be modernized with additional vegetables

Breakfast Scones
These scones are delicious and you can add any flavoring, spice, dried fruits, nuts or citrus zest you like.

Pumpkin Tomato Bisque
Pumpkins are not merely for decoration. Warm up with this tasty treat.

Butterscotch Bread Pudding
This recipe is a nice variation of the typical bread pudding.

Corn Bread
This is a classic cornbread recipe that can be used in cornbread stuffing, or just eaten plain with butter or honey.

Hershey's Chocloate Fudge Cake

Pumpkin-Pear Pie
Pear dresses up traditional pumpkin pie with gourmet flair.

Quiche Lorraine

Apple Spiced Muffins
These are great any time of year. Plus, they’ll leave your house smelling divine.

Oyster Stew

Easy Chocolate/Peanut Butter Fudge

Homemade Hot Chocolate

Cooked Custard Eggnog
This delicious recipe for eggnog is safe for anyone to drink because the eggs are cooked in a custard.

Salmon Loaf

Blended Orange Swirl

Banana Scallops
Here's a new twist on an ordinary banana!

Chocolate Bread Pudding

Buttermilk Pancakes
Serve these delicious pancakes with warm maple syrup or fresh fruit.

Cornflake Corned-Beef Hash

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.

Buttermilk Pancakes

Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake
This pound cake has a big splash of lemon flavor and is appropriate for any occasion.

Pumpkin-Banana Pancakes
Banana adds a sweet flavorful note to this pumpkin autumn specialty

Sour Cream

When You are Out of An Egg, Fresh Milk or Brown Sugar...

Scallops Au Gratin

Chocolate Pudding Cake

Cream of Asparagus Soup
A cream of asparagus soup with asparagus and milk, along with butter and seasonings.

Grandma's Corn Chowder
This is a hearty and colorful milk-based chowder with celery, canned corn, and bacon.

Sour Milk Cookies

May Full Moon
Spring is the theme for May's full moon.

From The Milk to the Cheese
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.

Sun & Moon Sundial
Constancy in an unpredictable world!Our Sun & Moon Sundial comes with a lifetime guarantee of 24 hours in each of your days! The sundial will keep you on track to follow the Farmers' Almanac advice to make hay while...

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

The Wave Tide Clock
TIDESTides are due to the gravitational pull of the sun & primarily the moon on the Earth's surface. Most areas of the world have diurnal tides, a high tide every 12 hours 51 minutes.For more facts about the weather,...

Body Wash Clementine
Clementine Body Wash is loaded with vitamins, proteins and honey that act as a gentle and nourishing natural cleanser. Sweet Almond Milk adds extra skin softeners while the citrus scent of Clementine works to revitalize your senses. 8 ounces...

Season 2 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....

2007 Farmers' Almanac
Ever wonder how grandma and grandpa know all the answers? How do they know when the Harvest Moon is, how to remove mildew, when is the best time to plant, and what natural signs forewarn rain? They read the Farmers'...

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...

Jim Wann Sings Johnny Mercer
Pardon My Southern Accent, Vol. 1: Jim Wann Sings Johnny Mercer.Farmers' Almanac TV host Jim Wann's popular renditions of classic songs. "Fresh and unfettered, his 'Moon River' will send you 'round the bend—of delight."—Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Includes "Blues In...

2007 Canadian Farmers' Almanac
Ever wonder how grandma and grandpa know all the answers? How do they know when the Harvest Moon is, how to remove mildew, when is the best time to plant, and what natural signs forewarn rain? They read the Canadian...

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

All About Dairy Cows
August 8, 2006 12:11 PM

Strawberry Spring
June 11, 2007 8:02 AM

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

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

Iced Tea, Hot Weather and Kidney Stones
August 28, 2006 11:41 AM

Pumpkins and October
October 9, 2007 11:50 AM

Signs of Rain
August 17, 2005 11:35 AM

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

Miscellaneous Cooking, Kitchen and Other Tips
August 30, 2005 3:24 PM

Front Page News
September 11, 2007 5:02 PM

Meteor Alert -- Look to the sky this Sunday!
October 19, 2007 4:15 PM

Go to Sleep - Naturally
August 1, 2006 9:17 AM

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

HOT NEWS: Comet 17P/Holmes is undergoing a spectacular eruption!
October 25, 2007 9:14 AM

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

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...

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

Dates and Times of Full Moons in 2007 and 2008
Here are the dates, names, and times (EDT) of full moons in 2007 and 2008 from the Farmers' Almanac. Have you ever wondered why full Moons were given these names? Click here and get the fascinating facts! Remember, 2008 Farmers'...

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...

How does the Farmers' Almanac Predict the Weather?
Farmers’ Almanac long-range weather forecasts are calculated by Caleb Weatherbee who uses a proprietary formula developed by Farmers' Almanac founder David Young. This formula considers many factors, such as sunspots, moon phases, and other astronomical and atmospheric factors and conditions....

What's inside the 2008 Canadian Farmers' Almanac?
As always, the 2008 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,...

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...

Meteor Showers
View More Farmers' Almanac TV Videos » This table lists some of the best-known meteor showers. If your location observes Daylight Saving Time, please add one hour to the time shown. All times given are listed in Eastern Standard...

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...

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

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...

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

What’s inside the 2008 Farmers’ Almanac? Take a peek…
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...