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

Useful and Timely Tips from the Farmers' Almanac
Did you know that apples will turn lettuce brown? Or what to do if the plastic wrap you use is clinging to itself? Find the answers and more here.

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

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?



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.


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Best Greenified Business Idea Winner
Personal Training Company Turns Water Into Green Winnings Check out how this company eliminated water bottles, recycles water, and wins the Best Greenified™ Idea Contest.

6 Tasty Treats for Trick-or-Treaters
Are you haunted by what to serve at your Halloween party? No need to fear--try these ghastly goodies!

Must-Know Kitchen Tips
To Hang on the Fridge Useful tips for in and around the kitchen, from the Farmers' Almanac.

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

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

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!

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.

Helpful Herbal Hints
Drying herbs can be done with these simple steps.

8 Smarter Ways to Use Your Microwave
Find out how to make your microwave work for you.

Freeze the Peas? Yes Please!
Simple tips for freezing Snow Peas and Sugar Snap Peas, so they'll always taste fresh.

Natural Remedies for Life's Natural Itches
Looking for a natural way to soothe a rash, stop poison ivy from itching, or keep bug bites from bugging you? Check out some natural remedies that really work.

Easy Ways to Preserve Summer's Bounty
Learn how to enjoy fresh foods all year-long and save money while doing so!

11 Smart Ways to Make Your Money Last Longer
The cost of living is rising! Here are some of our favorite cost-cutting, penny-pinching tips from past editions of the Farmers’ Almanac:

Helpful Holiday Hints
To make Thanksgiving more memborable The holidays can be a crazy time of year. Check out some of our favorite helpful hints for ways to make this holiday better.

Prepare and Freeze Fresh Pumpkin Easily
Want to reuse those pumpkins on your steps for a wonderful Thanksgiving pie?

How Safe is your Food?
We all hope we're feeding our family safe food, but how can we be sure?

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

Parsley Growing Like a Weed?
Easy ways to preserve an abundant herb crop. Herbs are great year-round. Here are some easy ways to preserve your herb crop this summer.

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.

Easy Ways to Save Seeds
Garden Seed Harvesting Love your cucumbers this year? Learn how to save their seeds and plant them next year.

Game Day: Top 10 Picks For Healthy Snacking
Want ideas for healthy, low-calorie snacks for the game? Look no further.

Poll Results: Pizza Wins by a Landslide!
You cast your votes, and pizza takes the title of favorite all-American dinner.

Uninvited Garden Guests: and some natural ways to discourage them
Learn how to naturally discourage deer, slugs, moles and other pests from visiting your garden.

Recipes

Teriyaki Kabobs
These kabobs are simple to make, and delicious to eat.

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.

Bill Barker's Beer Bread
When it comes to minimum input and maximum output in the kitchen, beer bread is about as good as it gets.

Videos

Green Toe
Green Toe, of Santa Barbara, California, makes an effort to "make shoes with no chemicals, no leather, no plastic, no poison, no nuthin' shoes that don't hurt the planet."

Products

Farmers' Almanac Tote
It's in the Bag!Next time you head to the store, bring our new Farmers' Almanac Insulated bag! Helps reduce the amount of paper and plastic bags you use, PLUS it's insulated! This special bag keeps food hot or cold for...

Eco Bathroom Kit
Wouldn't you like to clean your bathroom without harsh chemicals? Ecodiscoveries is the solution. This natural formula cleans and brightens your bathroom without harming your family or the indoor air they breathe.Features & Benefits Non-toxic; bio-degradable; no chlorine; no petroleum...

Season Two
Episode 10

Located on the tip of the Maine coast, this 9th generation family farm stretches through 9 miles of stunning landscape. Green Toe, of Santa Barbara, CA makes an effort to "make shoes with no chemicals, no leather, no plastic, no...

Garden Gourmet Composter
The Garden Gourmet compost bin holds 11 cubic feet of material and weighs 29 pounds. Parts are easily assembled – no tools – just follow the diagram in the instruction booklet. Finished size is 24" x 24" x 36". It...

Eco Kitchen Kit
Product InformationWouldn't you like to clean your kitchen without harsh chemicals? Ecodiscoveries is the solution. This trio of powerful formulas cleans, brightens and deodorizes your kitchen without harming the environment or the air your family breathes. Cut grease, grime...

Weather Chatter

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February 27, 2008 12:29 PM

Summer Survival Tips
April 28, 2008 12:59 PM


Historical Weather Source
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Blog


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



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




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


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



Columbus Day at the Farm
October 14, 2008 12:59 PM


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


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

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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...