Farmers’ Almanac to end 208-year run with 2026 edition

LEWISTON, MAINE: After more than two centuries of helping readers predict the weather, plan their gardens, and embrace the rhythms of nature, the Farmers’ Almanac is coming to an end. The beloved publication announced it will cease print operations after the release of its 2026 edition, marking the conclusion of a remarkable 208-year run.

Founded in 1818 in New Jersey by David Young and later moved to Lewiston, Maine, in 1955, the Farmers’ Almanac has been a fixture in American households for generations. Known for its mix of long-range weather forecasts, gardening tips, moon phases, and folk wisdom, the Almanac became both a practical resource and a cultural icon.

Farmers’ Almanac announces its final edition after 208 years in print

The decision to end the print run stems from mounting financial challenges in the ever-evolving media landscape. While its final print edition, 2026 Farmers’ Almanac, is now available, its online content will remain accessible through December 2025, the editors confirmed.

In a heartfelt statement, Editor Sandi Duncan thanked generations of readers for keeping the publication alive for more than two centuries. “Its spirit and true goal of spreading a way of thinking, one that values simplicity, seasonal wisdom, and the amazing gifts from nature, will live on for eternity thanks to our fans and readers,” Duncan said.

The publication’s legacy lies in its ability to blend timeless wisdom with progressive thinking. Throughout its history, the Almanac has offered a fascinating glimpse into changing American life from 1834’s warning against tobacco use, to an 1850 feature suggesting bean leaves to fight bedbugs, and even a 1923 editorial urging readers to embrace "old-fashioned neighborhoodliness" despite the rise of modern technologies like cars and telephones.

A publication that reflected both tradition and progress

The Farmers’ Almanac wasn’t just about weather and gardening; it also reflected evolving social values. In 1876, the Almanac urged women to seek independence through skills and education, rather than relying solely on marriage, a forward-thinking sentiment for its time.

Duncan emphasized that while the physical publication may end, its mission of promoting harmony with nature will continue to inspire. “Its spirit and true goal of spreading a way of thinking, one that values simplicity, seasonal wisdom, and the amazing gifts from nature, will live on for eternity thanks to our fans and readers,” she said.

For millions, the end of the Farmers’ Almanac marks more than the loss of a magazine; it’s the closing of a chapter in American storytelling.