"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,"
"The Maine-based publication, not to be confused with the even older Old Farmer's Almanac in neighboring New Hampshire, was first printed in 1818. For centuries it's used a secret formula based on sunspots, planetary positions and lunar cycles to generate long-range weather forecasts. The almanac also contains gardening tips, trivia, jokes and natural remedies, like catnip as a pain reliever or elderberry syrup as an immune booster."
Farmers' Almanac will publish its final edition in 2026 and will end online access next month due to growing financial challenges producing and distributing the book in today's 'chaotic media environment.' The Maine-based publication was first printed in 1818 and relied on a secret formula using sunspots, planetary positions and lunar cycles to make long-range weather forecasts. The almanac also included gardening tips, trivia, jokes and natural remedies such as catnip for pain relief and elderberry syrup for immune support, though weather forecasts drew the most attention. Circulation reached 2.1 million in North America in 2017, with expanding readership among urban gardeners.
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