LEWISTON, ME —One of America’s oldest and most recognizable publications, the Farmers’ Almanac , is ceasing publication. Editors announced Thursday that the 2026 edition, its 208th issue, will be the final issue, bringing to a close a tradition of “weather, wit, and wisdom” that has spanned more than two centuries since its founding in 1818.

The editors, Sandi Duncan and Peter Geiger, cited the growing financial challenges of producing and distributing the publication as the reason for the closure.

For generations, the Farmers’ Almanac has been a staple in American homes, providing long-range weather forecasts, gardening guides based on Moon phases, best days for daily tasks, and homespun advice.

In their farewell message, Duncan and Geiger expressed gratitude to their loyal reader

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