Question: Why does the Old Farmer’s Almanac cover feature a hole in the upper left corner?
Answer: The hole in the upper left corner of the Old Farmer’s Almanac was originally created by readers in the late 1700s who would nail holes in their copies to hang them in convenient spots like barns, kitchens, or outhouses, and about 100 years ago. In the 1900s, after the technology became available, the Old Farmer’s Almanac had these holes put in commercially to make it easier for readers. In the 1990s, the editors decided to discontinue the hole because it was costing them $40,000 annually and seemed outdated, but when they surveyed subscribers, the response was overwhelmingly in favor of keeping it, so they restored the tradition.
