2009 Extras - The Old Farmer's Almanac

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	In Tribute We humbly dedicate this edition of The Old Farmer's Almanac to John B. Pierce Jr., 1948-2008.
To Patrons In Appreciation of Predictability by Janice Stillman, Editor Tastes & Trends What do we see for 2009? Read our forecast in the print Almanac about what's in and what's out in our homes, farms, and gardens. See what else is new.
2008 Ethnic Recipe Contest Winners First Prize Caribbean Mango Wraps Second Prize Caribbean Stew Third Prize Smokey Chipotle Gumbo Stew Honorable Mention Grandma Vallejo's Chicken With Rice
Enter Our 2009 Buttermilk Recipe Contest Send us your favorite recipe using buttermilk. The best recipes will be awarded cash prizes (first, $250; second, $150; third, $100). Enter today for a chance to win. The recipe must be yours, original, and unpublished. Amateur cooks only, please.
Special Weather Report: Is Global Warming on the Wane? Some scientists believe that an extreme cooling episode, potentially a mini–ice age, is imminent. Others think that it may already be under way. Read more . . . Have you noticed changes in vegetation, animals -- and even utility bills -- that indicate climate change in your area? What do you think causes climate change? What are you doing about it? Visit our climate blog and share your thoughts.