Farmers' Almanac Blog
Did You Say “Rabbit Rabbit” This Morning?
On the first day of the month, do you say “rabbit rabbit” for good luck? We explain where the tradition and superstition came from.
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How Did Mother’s Day Become A Holiday?
Mother’s Day is May 12th. How did this special day come to be? Find out more about this holiday and why we can thank a woman named Anna Jarvis.
How Long Until It’s Gone? Estimated Decomposition Rates of Plastics
Ever wonder how long it takes for that plastic fork from your salad at lunch to break down? What about water bottles? Check out our chart: these statistics will shock you.
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5 Tips for Fishing in the Rain
Rain, rain go away? Not so fast! But before you cast your line, you’ll want to read these tips for fishing in the rain to ensure you have a successful day!
Watering Woes? Ollas To the Rescue!
Solve all your watering issues with clay pot irrigation, also known as an “olla,” hailed as “the most efficient irrigation system known to man.” How do ollas work for you in the garden?
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Happy Chinese New Year: 2019 Is The Year Of The Pig
According to Chinese astrologers, 2019 will be the Year of The Pig. See what traits “Pigs” possess and what kind of year is in store!
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The Chinese Zodiac Signs: Are You A Dragon Or A Snake?
The Chinese zodiac is divided into twelve yearly cycles with each year identified by an animal. What’s your sign? Does it match up with who you are? Find out!
Know Your Christmas Trivia? Take Our Quiz
Think you are a true expert on Christmas? Check out our Christmas quiz!
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5 Facial Hair Facts: Trivia About Beards
Think you know everything about beards? Check out these 5 fun follicle facts about facial hair — they’ll surely “grow” on you!
If you notice a hole in the upper left-hand corner of your Farmers' Almanac, don't return it to the store! That hole isn't a defect; it's a part of history. Starting with the first edition of the Farmers' Almanac in 1818, readers used to nail holes into the corners to hang it up in their homes, barns, and outhouses (to provide both reading material and toilet paper). In 1919, the Almanac's publishers began pre-drilling holes in the corners to make it even easier for readers to keep all of that invaluable information (and paper) handy.
