The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

The farmer has to be an optimist or he wouldn't still be a farmer.
–Will Rogers (1879–1935)

Friday, October 12, 2018
285th day of the year
Winter begins in 70 days

Chris Wallace (broadcast journalist) was born on this day in 1947.
Bill Shoemaker (jockey) died on this day in 2003.

Question of the Day
Does an area infestation of crane flies indicate any type of weather change? Answer

National Farmer's Day!

National Farmer's Day
National Farmer’s Day, October 12, is a day to honor hardworking farmers throughout American history. Only 2 percent of us feed and sustain the rest of us. Let’s show farmers some love!

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Meet Today's Small Farm

National Farmer's Day: Lettuce Love Farm
In tribute to National Farmer’s Day (October 12), meet today’s small farm—Lettuce Love Farm—and the two young farmers who independently own and run it!

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The Story of an American Farm

The Story of One Small Farm in America
For Lauren Tyner, her passion for farming started with a goat. The now co-owner/-operator of Lettuce Love Farm, a small farm in Carnation, Washington, was earning a degree in communications when she was invited by a friend to milk a goat. “And, with that, I found out that I really liked milking goats,” says Lauren, now 27.

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A Typical Day on the Farm?

National Farmer's Day: A Typical Day on the Farm
Ever wondered what’s involved in a typical day on a small farm? IS there a typical day when the weather’s always changing?

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Making Money on a Farm

National Farmer's Day: Making Money on the Farm
In honor of National Farmer’s Day (October 12), we ask the farmers how they make a living at farming—from getting produce to market to getting the word out!

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