Gardening by the Moon, how chickens mate, spring risotto

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Tuesday, May 16, 2023]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Green Fields] What can better please, When your mind is well at ease, Than a walk among the green fields in May? –William Allingham (1824–89) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [36 days until summer begins]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Question of the Day Can you tell me why the ring finger is sometimes called the medical finger? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day What kind of fish only swims at night? – [Answer]( ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, [share with a friend](. ☜ [Gardening by the Moon (image)]( [Gardening by the Moon]( Gardening by the Moon is a great way to plan your garden. Many of our readers follow the age-old practice of planting by the Moon’s phase for a healthier, more productive garden. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Keep Deer from Eating Garden Plants]( Don’t let deer munch on your yard and garden plants. A natural deer repellent can keep deer away from your plants. Just set out Deer Ban capsules on the ground around the plants you want to protect. There’s no messy spraying, mixing or measuring. [LEARN MORE]( [Keep Deer from Eating Garden Plants (title)]( [How Do Chickens Mate? (image)]( [How Do Chickens Mate?]( Humans have a lot of misconceptions, hangups, and myths in mind when it comes to how chickens mate! Learn how chickens “court,” how roosters mate with hens, and whether you should let your flock mate. Discover the unique world of poultry romance! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Blooming designs for your kitchen!]( Explore our newest selection of kitchen aprons. Each one features a bright floral design, with an adjustable neck strap for a comfy fit. [LEARN MORE]( [Blooming designs for your kitchen! (title)]( [Spring Risotto With Scallops and Asparagus (image)]( [Spring Risotto With Scallops and Asparagus]( Our Spring Risotto features seasonal asparagus and buttery, tender scallops in a Parmesan-cheese risotto. If you don’t eat scallops, substitute with another protein or earthy mushrooms. Delicious! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Keep the weeds out!]( You can protect and nourish your garden with The Old Farmer’s Almanac Weed Barrier. It’s designed to keep the weeds out while feeding your plants during the growing season. Not to mention, the paper is biodegradable so you don’t have to worry about digging it up! [LEARN MORE]( [Keep the weeds out! (title)]( [Amazon Alexa]( “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” [Google Assistant]( “Hey Google, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [Shop The Old Farmer's Store]( Did a friend forward you the briefing? You can [sign up here](. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a [copy of The Old Farmer’s Almanac](. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( [Visit Almanac.com]( [Shop Our Store]( You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please [click here to manage preferences](. Is Daily too much, [switch to weekly](? *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © 2023 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [Contact Us]( [View web version](