The Farmers' Almanac, founded in 1818 and long based in Lewiston, Maine, announced it will publish its final edition in 2026 due to rising financial and distribution challenges. The publication emphasized it is a distinct title from the older Old Farmer's Almanac (founded 1792), which says it will continue to publish. Both almanacs are known for planting schedules, astronomy cycles and weather predictions that have historically been only slightly better than chance.
Iconic New England Farmers' Almanac to Publish Final Edition in 2026
The Farmers' Almanac, founded in 1818 and long based in Lewiston, Maine, announced it will publish its final edition in 2026 due to rising financial and distribution challenges. The publication emphasized it is a distinct title from the older Old Farmer's Almanac (founded 1792), which says it will continue to publish. Both almanacs are known for planting schedules, astronomy cycles and weather predictions that have historically been only slightly better than chance.
10:25, 08.11.2025Culture
Farmers' Almanac to Publish Final Edition in 2026 After More Than 200 Years
After more than two centuries in print, the Farmers' Almanac announced on its website that the 2026 edition will be its last. Founded in 1818 and long based in Lewiston, Maine, the publication said rising financial pressures and the cost of producing and distributing a print almanac in today's media landscape made continuing unsustainable.
"It is with a great appreciation and heartfelt emotions that we write to share some sad news. After more than 200 years of sharing a unique blend of weather, wit and wisdom, we've made the very difficult decision to write the final chapter of this historical publication. The 2026 Farmers' Almanac will be our last edition."
In its press statement, the almanac cited "the growing financial challenges of producing and distributing the Almanac in today's chaotic media environment" as the primary reason for closing. The Farmers' Almanac has been valued for its mix of gardening and farming advice, seasonal weather predictions, astronomy cycles and folksy commentary.
Distinct from the Old Farmer's Almanac: The announcement stressed that this title is separate from the older Old Farmer's Almanac, which was founded in 1792 and is based in Dublin, New Hampshire. The Old Farmer's Almanac moved quickly to reassure readers that it will continue publishing; Executive Digital Editor Catherine Boeckmann wrote that "The OLD Farmer's Almanac isn't going anywhere."
"Over the years, there has been some confusion between different almanacs, so to be clear: The OLD Farmer's Almanac isn't going anywhere. As we have since 1792, during George Washington's presidency, we will continue to publish our annual edition, while educating and entertaining readers online at Almanac.com." — Catherine Boeckmann
While the Farmers' Almanac prepares to close after its 2026 issue, readers will still have at least one longstanding almanac available. The Associated Press notes that both publications' long-range weather predictions historically perform only marginally better than chance, but their cultural and practical value—planting timelines, astronomical cycles and regional guidance—remains significant to many readers.
Legacy: The Farmers' Almanac leaves behind more than 200 years of regional tradition and practical advice for gardeners, farmers and curious readers. Its final issue will mark the end of a long chapter in New England publishing history.