In a poignant announcement, the editors of the Farmers’ Almanac have revealed that the 2026 edition will be their last. The decision is attributed to financial hurdles and evolving reader preferences.
WASHINGTON — After over two centuries of delivering weather predictions and nature insights, the Farmers’ Almanac is drawing the curtain on its storied publication history.
Editors Sandi Duncan and Peter Geiger shared the news on the Almanac’s website, confirming that the 2026 edition will mark the publication’s end. Additionally, the digital content will be removed from the Farmers’ Almanac website by December of that year.
“With deep gratitude and heavy hearts, we must share some unfortunate news,” the statement opened. “Following over 200 years of offering a unique mix of weather forecasts, humor, and wisdom, we have made the challenging decision to conclude this historic publication.”
In an interview with TODAY.com, Duncan elaborated on the reasons behind the closure, citing “the financial difficulties of producing and distributing the Almanac in the current turbulent media landscape.” She noted a shift in reader behavior, resulting in decreased sales at newsstands.
“The Almanac has been published annually since 1818, even during times of global conflict, such as when editor Ray Geiger was serving in World War II,” Duncan added. “It represents more than just a book; it’s a way of life, a tradition, and a valuable resource cherished by countless individuals over the years.”
The announcement prompted an emotional reaction from longtime readers, some of whom said they’d grown up with the Almanac and considered it part of family tradition.
The Farmers’ Almanac, based in Lewiston, Maine, was first published in 1818 and is a separate publication from The Old Farmer’s Almanac, based in Dublin, New Hampshire, which began in 1792 and will continue publishing.
