The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

The season comes when, from her three-month trance,
The Earth awakens: already her deep heart
Begins to stir, and send its life abroad.
–Thomas Buchanan Read (1822–72)

Thursday, March 28, 2019
87th day of the year
Summer begins in 85 days

Reba McEntire (country singer) was born on this day in 1955.
James Noble (actor) died on this day in 2016.

Question of the Day
How many cows make a herd? How many geese make a gaggle? How many lions make a pride? Answer

Radishes: Fast & Easy!

Radishes
Radishes are a hardy, easy-to-grow root vegetable that can be planted multiple times in a growing season. Here’s how to plant and grow radishes in your garden!

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3 Signs You’re Aging Too Quickly

Researchers have found a new at home test that you can do right now in your seat that can help predict future health and longevity. Watch the presentation to learn more…

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What is Aquaponics?

What is Aquaponics? | The Basics of Aquaponic Systems
Aquaponics is a gardening method that leverages the symbiotic relationship between fish and plants. The two grow together with the plants naturally filtering water for the fish and the fish providing an organic food source for the plants. Learn more about this farming method that has made its way into home gardening.

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Tired of Too Many Lawn Tasks and Not Having the Right Equipment?

It’s Spring and time to take care of the many lawn projects that await you. Wouldn’t it be great to have a single reliable power source that accepts multiple attachments to tackle all sorts of jobs? ECHO’s Pro Attachment Series(TM) is the answer.

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10 Flavorful Chicken Recipes

10 Fun and Flavorful Chicken Recipes
Chicken dishes are popular and budget-friendly—but chicken can get boring. If you are tired of making the same chicken recipes over and over, try one or all ten of these delicious options!

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How NOT to Use Vinegar

White Vinegar: Powerful But Use With Caution
It’s hard to think of a natural substance that serves such a wide array of everyday purposes as vinegar. While it might seem as if you can use vinegar on everything, it’s also acidic, which means that it can cause damage to your health and home if you use it improperly. Here are things that you should NOT use vinegar for.

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Almanac Tick Remover Tool (3-Pack)

The best tick remover is the one that is easy to carry and always with you! Easy-to-use and safe tick removal tool that attaches to key chains, leashes, and backpacks. Made in the USA from high-strength anodized aluminum that won’t break or bend.

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$16.95