The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

Of autumn’s wine, now drink your fill;
The frost’s on the pumpkin, and snow’s on the hill.
–The Old Farmer’s Almanac, 1993

Tuesday, October 15, 2019
288th day of the year
Winter begins in 68 days

Emeril Lagasse (chef) was born on this day in 1959.
Dorcus Reilly (home economist) died on this day in 2018.

Question of the Day
Where did the phrase Eighty Six, meaning "to get rid of something," originate? Answer

The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar

Get Rid of Pantry Moths

How to Get Rid of Pantry Moths and Worms
You open a bag of whole wheat flour, a box of cereal, or a bag of dog food only to find little worms, moths, or even some webs. Ew! Here’s how to get rid of these pantry pests.

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73 Year Old Man Finds A Proverbial “Fountain Of Youth”

73-year-old Dave Wilson has been running circles around the younger members in their 20’s at his local gym. Well, it turns out this man’s story may hold the answer to the “fountain of youth.” What’s his secret? Watch the video…

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Why We Rotate Crops

Crop Rotation Tips for Vegetable Gardens
If you grow your tomatoes in the same garden bed year after year, you will notice an increase in pests and diseases. Break the cycle! Take a moment to learn about the basics of crop rotation. Your plants will thank you with a bigger, healthier harvest.

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Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook

JUST OUT! After inspiring and instructing gardeners for 227 years (!), we have created a single “how to garden” reference book that includes all of our expertise!

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Chicken and Dumplings

Mother's Old-Fashioned Homemade Chicken and Dumplings

Shirley Wollard Woodlock of Texas learned to make chicken and dumplings while watching her mother, Jennie Wollard Nunn. “Hers were made to perfection,” recalls Shirley.

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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Engagement Calendar

A highly useful daily planner full of humor and useful advice. It’s an indispensable tool for managing your life and keeping yourself organized. Includes plenty of room for jotting down appointments and notes.

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Pumpkin Spice Mix

Pumpkin Spice Mix Recipe
This homemade pumpkin spice recipe takes 5 minutes to mix up—with several ingredients that you may already have in your pantry! Then add this fragrant mix to pies, pancakes, roasted fall veggies, lattes, oatmeal—and even your carved pumpkin!

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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Everyday Calendar

Start each day with a tidbit of Almanac fun: weather wisdom, quirky historical facts, useful hints, and time-tested proverbs. Nicely illustrated page-a-day desk calendar.

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