The Old Farmers’ Almanac, known for its gardening tips, recipes, weather forecasts, and astronomical information, will end its 208-year legacy with its 2006 edition.

How Is the Farmers’ Almanac Staff Reflecting on Its Ending?

Editor Sandi Duncan confirmed the news, saying the long-running publication has offered generations invaluable guidance and will continue to inspire the future.

“It is with a heavy heart that we share the end of what has not only been an annual tradition in millions of homes and hearths for hundreds of years, but also a way of life, an inspiration for many who realize the wisdom of generations past is the key to the generations of the future,” Duncan said in a news release statement.

The decision to end the historic publication was made due to the growing financial challenges of producing and distributing the Almanac in today’s chaotic media environment, according to staff.

‘We’re grateful to have been part of your life’

The first edition of the Farmers’ Almanac was published in 1818, providing readers with practical guidance for living off the land. Since then, it has evolved into a nationally recognized print and digital brand known for blending tradition with modern insight.

“Many of you grew up hearing your parents or grandparents quote from the Almanac, always having a copy nearby. Maybe you have planted by our Moon phases, consulted the Almanac for the ‘Best Days’ to potty train, wean, or go fishing,” Duncan and Editor Emeritus Peter Geiger said in a separate news release statement. “We’re grateful to have been part of your life and trust that you’ll help keep the spirit of the Almanac alive.”

“We are incredibly proud of the legacy we leave behind and are filled with gratitude. We appreciate and thank our loyal readers, contributors, and partners who have supported us through the years. Though the Almanac will no longer be available in print or online, it lives on within you,” they added.

How long will the publication be available?

The final issue, The Farmers’ Almanac 2026, is now available online, and the content will remain accessible on the website until December 2025.

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