LEWISTON, Maine — After more than two centuries of continuous publication, the iconic Farmers’ Almanac will cease production. Its 2026 edition will mark the final release, the publication announced Thursday in a news statement .

Editor Sandi Duncan announced the decision, ending a tradition that’s been around for 208 years.

“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 the statement.

First published in 1818, the Almanac became best known for its long-range weather forecasts, as well as practical guidance for farming, gardening and li

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