Fog Facts
Where is the foggiest area in the U.S.? When is fog most likely to occur? You'll find all the answers in this article, plus feel free to watch the Weather Wisdoms video on fog.

Look! It’s A Full Flower Moon
Learn when and why this month's moon is named the full flower moon.

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

Full Harvest Moon
Full moon names have interesting stories behind them. Discover why September's full moon is often referred to as the Full Harvest Moon.

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?

Raised Garden Bed Winners
Winners of the 2008 Earth Day Giveaway Farmers' Almanac is pleased to announce the winners of its 2008 Earth Day Giveaway Contest

Dog Days are Here!
Why are the hot/sultry days of summer are referred to as "dog days?"

What is "Indian Summer'?
Learn about this warming weather pattern and why it's referred to as "Indian Summer."

Need More Sleep?
Do you have trouble getting or staying asleep? Here are some easy yet useful tips that may help you get a good night's rest.

Harvesting Tips For Watermelon and Corn on the Cob
Check our hints for harvesting two favorite summer vegetables-- watermelon and corn on the cob right here.

The Most Destructive Twister on Record

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.

Will it rain for 40 days?
July 15 is St. Swithin's Day. Learn about the lore that suggests if it rains on this day, it will continue for 40 more.

Full Hunter's Moon
Why is October's Full Moon known as the "Full Hunter's Moon?"

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.

Test Your Patriotic Knowledge
Fourth of July Fun See how much you really know about some patriotic symbols.

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

Frosty but Dry Fall Forecast
Perfect for leaf peepers. Fall is here. Find out what the Farmers' Almanac's autumn forecast is.

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

Fourth of July SIZZLERS!
Top Ten HOTTEST Independence Days Fourth of July is a time for picnics, parades, and fireworks, but maybe not in these towns. Check out how HOT some places get during this patriotic holiday.

Eat A Banana for What Ails You
Need a quick pick-me-up? Try a banana. It gives you more sustained energy than anything out of a vending machine!

Groundhog vs. Farmers' Almanac:
Will the groundhog agree with the Almanac's preditions? Groundhog Day comes at a time when many are sick of the cold, snowy temperatures. What does the Farmers' Almanac forecast for Groundhog Day and beyond?

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

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

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!

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.

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?

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

Nickel Creek
With their unique sound and style, Nickel Creek is taking the American music scene by storm. The trio from California sat down for an interview with us at a recent tour stop.

Elephant - DK Eyewitness VHS
The DK Eyewitness Elephant Video traces this impressive animal, and shows you how through war, pageantry, agriculture, and exploration, the elephant has developed a unique relationship with humankind - and become one of the most cherished, yet endangered, animals in...

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,...

Shark Dk Eyewitness VHS
Dorling Kindersley's Eyewitness Video: Shark points out, however, that these creatures (who appeared on Earth 150 million years before the dinosaurs) are probably among the world's most misunderstood. They can smell blood up to half a mile away, have a...

Seashore DK Eyewitness VHS Video
What happens to a crab that loses its claw? How did one low tied wreck the entire Greek navy? Seashore dives into the explosive front line between land and sea.From crashing waves and blasting winds to placid tide...

Summer on the Farm Vol. 1
Are you looking for the perfect gift for any child? Well, you're in the right place because this video will entertain as well as educate any child as they watch it over and over again. This is one the entire...

Insect DK Eyewitness VHS
Eyewitness is a compelling video series featuring wonders of nature. Viewers will journey into a three-dimensional "virtual museum" where live-action photography creates the sensation of being there. Eyewitness presents a completely different view of the marvels and mysteries of the...

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...

60 Miles Per Gallon on...water!?!?
July 9, 2008 4:08 PM

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

The Poor Man's Fertilizer
January 29, 2008 9:08 AM

Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM

Farmers' Almanac TV
August 14, 2007 9:35 AM

What does coffee have to do with the weather?
September 21, 2007 11:26 AM

Good Old Mother Earth
April 22, 2008 9:41 AM

Be Careful What You Wish For
December 17, 2007 3:14 PM

Hunter's Full Moon
October 26, 2007 9:26 AM

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

Buried Head First - A Matter of Survival
February 22, 2008 10:36 AM

Can you predict the weather?
September 3, 2008 1:34 PM

Winter Weather Observers
September 22, 2008 10:05 AM

Hurricane Survival
August 21, 2007 9:59 AM

Want to post our videos on your web site or blog?
April 4, 2007 1:05 PM

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

The National Show
April 12, 2006 8:58 PM

In Awe of Pumpkins
October 13, 2006 8:34 AM

Farm Aid Blog Post #3
September 30, 2006 2:31 PM

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

Farm Aid Blog Post #4
September 30, 2006 2:36 PM

It's Ok to be Bored!
July 15, 2008 12:26 PM

FFA Video
October 12, 2006 10:30 AM

The Latest from The Farm
January 31, 2006 10:57 AM

Blogging From Farm Aid - Post #1
September 29, 2006 12:24 PM

Farm Aid 2006 - Onstage with Steve Earle.
September 30, 2006 2:40 PM

Our First Story Quilt - READ THE FINISHED PRODUCT (which set Internet Records!)
April 14, 2006 5:30 PM

Beautiful foliage harder to find this year!
September 21, 2007 4:14 PM

Pumpkins and October
October 9, 2007 11:50 AM

Farm Aid 2006 - Backstage with Willie Nelson and Danielle Evin
September 30, 2006 5:20 PM

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

An Escape from the Noise
August 31, 2007 9:44 AM

Farm Aid Blog Post #2
September 30, 2006 12:20 PM

On the Road With the Head Farmhand - Post #3
October 15, 2006 8:24 PM

Best Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day Indoors (in case it rains)
May 19, 2008 8:17 AM

Top Ten Hurricane Tips - What to Do, How to Prepare
September 13, 2005 3:24 PM

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About Farmers' Almanac
Farmers’ Almanac - The Trusted Authority on Smart Living for Almost 200 Years.Time-tested and generation approved, the Farmers’ Almanac is a compendium of knowledge on weather, gardening, cooking, remedies, managing your household, preserving the earth, and more. Anyone can...

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...

Farmers' Almanac Fact Sheet
Every year since 1818, the Farmers’ Almanac has been sought after for its long-range weather predictions, practical gardening and household advice, fishing tips, astronomical data and articles on ways to conserve time, energy, and the earth. The Farmers' Almanac has...

Farmers' Almanac Timeline
1818 – The first edition of Farmers’ Almanac is printed by editor David Young, Philom., and publisher Jacob Mann, in Morristown, N.J. 1852 – David Young dies. Astronomer Samuel Hart Wright succeeds him as editor. 1875...

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… ...

All About Hurricanes
View More Farmers' Almanac TV Videos » Here are a few articles that will help you understand and prepare for hurricanes:The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm SurgesHurricane GlossaryHurricane TipsHow are Hurricane Categories Determined?How are Hurricanes Named?

Common Press Questions and Answers
What is the Farmers’ Almanac? Founded in 1818, the Farmers’ Almanac is North America’s most timeless, trusted, and treasured source for long-range weather predictions, humor, fun facts, and valuable advice on gardening, cooking, fishing, conservation, and much more. The...

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Garden Girl - Patti Moreno
Patricia Moreno, the Garden Girl, was born in raised in New York City. She grew up in Spanish Harlem on Manhattan and was educated at Nightingale-Bamford School for girls. Her path to Urban Sustainable Living began in the mid 1990's,...

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...

RSS Feeds and More
What is RSS?Although some may think RSS stands for Read the Sign, Stupid, it's really short for Rich Site Summary or even Really Simple Syndication. This increasingly popular online tool turns web copy and other information into a neatly organized...

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...

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...

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...

Farmers' Almanac History
Founded in 1818, the Farmers’ Almanac’s timeless appeal has spanned three centuries, offering readers a trademark blend of long-range weather predictions, humor, fun facts, and valuable advice on gardening, cooking, fishing, conservation, and much more. The Farmers’...

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...