Where Does Hail Come From?
First appearing in the 2006 Farmers' Almanac Ouch, that hurts. Hail is just frozen raindrops, but they can range in size from a small pea to a grapefruit.

A Sugar Lesson for Sweet Cooking
Before you whip up that special dessert, keep in mind that granulated white sugar differs in size, as well as use in the kitchen.

Moon Illusion: A fun trick to try
How big is the moon really? Check out this family-friendly moon illusion.

Make Your Own Valentine Candy
Candied Cherries Looking for something sweet for your sweetie? Check out this homemade, easy treat.

Snowed In? Check out these record snowfalls.
This week's marks a record in snow history Can you imagine receiving almost 200 inches of snow from one storm? It happened.

Memorable Halloween Weather Events
Forget the ghosts and goblins. Halloween has had some scary weather over the past 20 years. Here are a couple of the most memorable nights.

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

Winter Solstice -- Longest Night of the Year
Does the winter solstice mark the beginning or middle of winter? Find out.

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.

Can you Predict the Weather with a Snowball?
What does snow tell you about the weather other than it's cold outside? Find out what and how snowball lore can help predict the weather.

How much do you know about eggs?
Are brown eggs better? What does grade AA mean when talking about eggs? Find the answers and more here.

Set Your Sights on Scorpion
Now is the perfect time to spot a Scorpion in the night sky. Find out where and how.

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!

How to Pick the Freshest Fruits and Vegetables
Here are some great tips to memorize on ways to choose the freshest fruits and veggies.

Do Stars Really Twinkle?
How about planets? Have you ever star gazed and noticed that the stars seem to be blinking at you? Do they really twinkle?

Rain or Snow?
What are the deciding factors?!

Tornado Truths: Test Your Tornado Knowledge.
The Farmers' Almanac is expecting an active tornado season across Tornado Alley this spring. Do you know the warning signs or what you're supposed to do if there's one predicted in your area?

Income Tax Facts for the Weary
Discover some unusual facts about April 15--including why the government used Donald Duck to make this day less taxing.

Memorable Weather Events of the Past 200 Years
Excerpted from the 2005 Farmers' Almanac If it seems that weather is more precarious today than in years past, guess again. America has always had strange weather events.

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

Canned vs. Fresh Pumpkin: Big Cost Savings
By preparing fresh pumpkin, you'll get plenty of pumpkin for your pumpkin recipes and dollars in your pocket.

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

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

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

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.

Pick the Perfect Pumpkin
How do you know when you've found the right pumpkin for your Jack o'lantern? Check out these hints.

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.

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.

Sauerkraut, it’s not just for hot dogs
There are several creative recipes that can be made with Sauerkraut.

Test Your Moon Knowledge
Lunar Trivia and Facts. These Moon factoids may surprise you!

The Most Destructive Twister on Record

Don't Throw It Away!

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.

Got Rain? These places don't have much!
Top Ten DRIEST Places in the USA Rain, rain where are you? Imagine receiving less than 10 inches of rain in an entire year? It happens in these ten US towns.

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.

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.

The ABCs of Mutual Funds
A company may have many different types of shares that come with different conditions and rights.

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

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

Tips to Relieve Heartburn and Indigestion Naturally
The holidays for eating is here. Here are some natural ways to help you avoid overeating and possible heartburn.

Ten Ways to Stay Trim
This Holiday Season Find out how to enjoy those tantalizing treats without packing on the pounds.

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?

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.

Snow Facts and Trivia – Get in the Snow.
How much do you really know about snow? Can it snow when it's 40 degrees out?

Does Thanksgiving Dinner make you Sleepy?
Find out why here. Tryptophan, an amino acid found in turkey, is often used as an excuse for falling asleep after that big holiday meal. But is that truly the culprit?

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

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

Perfect Father's Day Foods
Treat dad to a special dinner or lunch. Check out these delicious dad-approved recipes.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

Give Your Holiday Party a Punch
Try these seasonal holiday punches for your party.

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

Top Five Foods For Picnics and Cookouts
(And Some Tasty Recipes!) Cook up some fantastic foods this Memorial Day. Check out our favorites here.

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

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.

Lasagna
This is a wonderful lasagna recipe.

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

Gazpacho Soup Recipe
For this Spanish recipe, it is convenient to have a hand mixer with chopping blades, a food processor or a blender. This gazpacho can be garnished with minced vegetables and parsley or a dollop of sour cream.

Apple Dumplings with Hot Cider Sauce Recipe
The aroma of apples and cinnamon make this apple dumpling recipe delicious to make and to eat!

Paella
This is a wonderful dish from my grandma, Blanche Bianco. It's pretty and you need just one pot.

Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Dill
Salmon is readily available. This is a fast and easy meal to prepare.

Polenta
Polenta is just cornmeal. It was something my mother made often. She made it instead of potatoes, and it was incredibly delicious. It is a dish that was quite common in Florence, her native region of Italy.

Cherry Cheese Pie
This is pretty easy to make and makes a creamy sweet ending to any meal.

Old-Fashioned Strawberry Shortcake
Get some fresh strawberries and treat yourself to something very special.

Seaview Crab Cakes
Drizzle with your favorite sauce, and garnish with greens.

Chinese Pork with Peppers
Perfect for having friends over, prepare ahead for less stress.

String Beans Marinara
A mouth watering dish Italian Style is delicious as is, but you can easily add other vegetables!

Farmhouse Chicken Noodle Soup
A soothing comfort food that's great for what ails you.

Crackly Gingersnaps
These cookies are a real treat.

Popcorn Party Mix

Barbecued Spareribs
Sweet and spicy barbecued spareribs with a touch of hot sauce.

Celery Salad
A cool, crisp salad adds crunch and contrast to any menu. You can also use dried cranberries and walnuts.

Mexican Chicken Bake
Try this spicy chicken dish for dinner tonight.

Antipasto
This is the basic appetizer that my family grew up with. It was served on holiday occasions.

Coke Salad

Easy Fried Rice
A fried rice that you can enjoy as is or load up with your favorite veggies or meat.

Orange Cake
I am not much of a dessert eater, but this is one of my favorites to make and to bring to someone as a gift.

Scotch Shortbread Cookies

Kettle Corn
Here’s an old-fashioned favorite and great for snacking on while watching a movie or curling up in front of the fireplace. Enjoy!

Roasted Potatoes
Roasted potatoes coated with olive oil and your favorite herbs, are always a crowd pleaser.

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

2009 Norman Rockwell Calendar
What a combination of Americana! Features tips, trivia, and weather forecasts from the world-renowned Farmers' Almanac combined with the famous nostalgic illustrations of Norman Rockwell. This calendar sells out quickly each year. Order now to avoid being disappointed. Size of...

Herb Mixtures & Spicy Blends
Intro by Maggie Oster and more than 100 recipes from herb shops and herb farms across North America. From herbal teas to common seasonings, from no-salt blends to spicy ethnic mixes, this book offers easy recipes for delicious, healthful eating....

Great Chile Book
Great Chile Book By Mark Miller. A full-color chile pepper handbook that makes a great companion to your favorite cookbooks. Covers 100 peppers (50 dried and 50 fresh) with color photographs, hotness scale, and brief description. 4 X 10 inches,...

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

Udder Cream Gift Basket
Whenever you spend time outdoors or in, your skin is there with you head to toe, protecting your body from the elements and taking a beating. Udder Cream cures the chafing irritation & dry skin due to its restorative effect...

Body Care for Busy Bees
The perfect gift for busy lifestyles, this cosmetic case embellished with the Savannah Bee logo is filled with travel sizes of our finest natural body care products including softening body lotion, body wash made with honey and almond milk, beeswax...

Chigger Chaser
Chiggers (redbugs) attach to carious animals, including humans, and feed on liquefied flesh, causing irritation, itching and swelling. Chigger chaser is proven to provide immediate and complete relief from the pain and itching associated with chigger bites.Keep Chigger Chaser...

Bistro Barrel Cooler
That vintage bottle of Chardonnay will never taste sweeter than sitting on ice in this creative barrel cooler. Doubles as a pub table with a hinged top. The 29 inch diameter is the perfect size for a few friends to...

Bistro Barrel Cooler
That vintage bottle of Chardonnay will never taste sweeter than sitting on ice in this creative barrel cooler. Doubles as a pub table with a hinged top. The 29 inch diameter is the perfect size for a few friends to...

Fire Ant Coolant
Fire Ant Coolant was specifically formulated for the immediate and complete relief from the pain and itching associated with fire ant bites. Fire Ants are stinging ants of which there are over 280 species worldwide. The venom from a...

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...

2008 Downloadable Canadian Farmers' Almanac
Accessing the Canadian Farmers' Almanac has never been quicker and easier. This digital version can be delivered electronically to your computer in just seconds in PDF format for easier viewing. Just be sure Adobe Acrobat Reader is installed on your...

2008 Downloadable Farmers' Almanac
Accessing the Farmers' Almanac has never been quicker and easier. This digital version of the Farmers' Almanac can be delivered electronically to your computer in just seconds in PDF format for easier viewing. Just be sure Adobe Acrobat Reader is...

2009 Downloadable Farmers Almanac
Get INSTANT access to the current and newest edition of the Farmers' Almanac. The 2009 Farmers' Almanac and Canadian Farmers' Almanac are available in pdf formats for you to download and access whenever you want. Read it on your computer...

The 100 Year Difference (1907)
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Sunrise/ sunset Question
September 11, 2007 2:34 AM

Vinegar Rocks!
January 12, 2008 12:02 AM

Getting Rid Of A Smart Mouse Or Man Against Beast
June 19, 2008 5:17 PM

The Big Myth Is Coming?
March 19, 2008 11:40 AM

Christmas In July
July 17, 2008 2:49 PM

Winter Weather Sightings
September 10, 2007 2:36 PM

March - Best and Worst
March 6, 2008 9:34 AM

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

Answering E-Mails
October 28, 2008 10:57 AM

June 6th - D-Day
June 6, 2008 10:06 AM

Animals and the Full Moon
February 28, 2008 10:18 AM

Healing Power of Marigold
July 29, 2008 2:52 PM

Weed Proof Your Garden
June 9, 2008 10:08 AM

How to De-Stress the Holidays
November 17, 2006 10:48 AM

Squalls in Southern California
November 7, 2007 12:12 PM

Weather by Caterpillar
September 8, 2008 9:53 PM

Tornado Damage - Fujita Scale
June 16, 2008 12:17 PM

16 1/2 Feet of Snow and Counting
April 15, 2008 11:36 AM

We never make a mistake?!
January 15, 2008 4:15 PM

Animals and Weather
February 6, 2008 11:20 AM

Brad Pitt: "Build Green"
September 8, 2006 11:58 PM

Pet Peeves and Maple Tree Seeds
June 3, 2008 2:08 PM

A Few Tips for Container Gardening
May 25, 2005 2:29 PM

Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM

Birth Control for Maple Trees
November 7, 2008 12:44 PM

Be A Nature Detective
January 17, 2008 11:32 AM

Spiders and Winter Weather
August 17, 2007 11:54 AM

Financial Crisis - Suggestions to Save
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM

Farmers’ Almanac Winter Predictions
August 25, 2008 1:27 PM

Combine Demolition Derby
November 7, 2006 10:38 AM

Happy 4th of JUly
July 3, 2008 1:19 PM

Fall Forecast - Wet and Rainy
September 20, 2007 2:40 PM

Cyclone vs. Hurricane vs. Tornado -How are these storms different?
May 7, 2008 9:27 AM

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

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

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

Frugality
April 8, 2008 10:50 AM

To Rain, or to Snow?
November 7, 2006 2:28 PM

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

20 Ways to Save Gas $$
June 30, 2008 8:16 AM

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

Stars, Planets and Full Moons
November 12, 2008 4:13 PM

Shoo Deer! You bother me!
June 16, 2008 11:41 AM

Cedar Tree Sachets
August 11, 2008 11:46 PM

Perseid Meteor Showers
August 4, 2008 12:29 PM

Hate Broccoli? You'll Love This
August 1, 2008 12:03 PM

New Face of the FFA - City Folk
November 16, 2006 9:55 AM

On the Road With the Head Farmhand - Post #1
October 13, 2006 10:06 AM

Record Cold Temps
January 28, 2008 7:57 AM

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

Thanksgiving Weather
November 8, 2006 10:07 AM

Maps for Foliage
September 10, 2008 4:51 PM

Winter and the Persimmon Seed
August 31, 2007 10:04 AM

Selecting and Storing Melons
August 9, 2006 10:50 AM

Winter Weather - The Latest
October 10, 2007 10:46 AM

What's in a name?
August 28, 2008 4:32 PM

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

Heating With Wood
July 22, 2008 1:16 PM

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

The Milky Way - A Deep Question
February 5, 2008 9:28 AM

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

Hurricane Survival
August 21, 2007 9:59 AM

Editor’s Choice - Toughest Jobs On Earth (Winter)
December 8, 2008 12:04 PM

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

Protecting yourself from UV Radiation
The EPA has devised general guidelines as far as what to do to protect oneself from overexposure to UV radiation. These are shown in the table below. ...

Farmers' Almanac TV Vision
Today, “TV” is a misnomer. Sure, TV is still television, but it also encompasses the Internet and IPTV, TiVo and on-Demand programming, streaming video, digital cable and direct broadcast satellite, cell phone downloads, DVDs, podcasts, and… ...

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...

Material Specifications
Farmers Almanac Advertising The following information is provided to assist advertising agencies and graphic designers in preparing and submitting advertising material to the Farmers' Almanac.Advertising Options...

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...

The Farmers' Almanac Promotional Edition
When it comes to thanking your customers, wishing them happy holidays, enticing them to come in to a new location, the Farmers’ Almanac is the vehicle for you. Our promotional products version of the Farmers’ Almanac contains the same famous...

Tommy Linstroth
Watch Tommy in Home ECOnomics » Tommy is the head of Sustainable Initiatives for Melaver, Inc. His career has spanned the private, academic, and non-profit sectors from the west coast to the east, where he presently oversees the scope...

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...