If you grew up with an almanac tucked somewhere in your house, maybe next to the phone, or inside that drawer full of batteries and pens, this news might tug at your heart just a little.

After more than two centuries, one of America’s most iconic annual publications is shutting down. 'The Farmers’ Almanac', or what we call 'The NEW Farmers' Almanac', the one that’s been printed since 1818, has announced that its 2026 edition will be shutting down

They cited rising costs, distribution challenges, and the difficulty of keeping a printed publication afloat in today’s loud, digital world, according to AP News.

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THIS BABY'S NOT GOING ANYWHERE

To be clear, 'The Old Farmer’s Almanac' is NOT going away. and yes... There really are two almanacs. The Old Farmer’s Almanac (the yellow one you’ll see at checkout stands) started first, way back in 1792, and is considered the oldest continuously published periodical in North America. You can still follow them online at Almanac.com.

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'THE FARMERS' ALMANAC' SAYS GOODBYE

The Farmers’ Almanac, printed for 208 years and based out of Maine, became beloved for its weather predictions, gardening tips, quirky home remedies, and even trivia or jokes tucked between the pages. Generations used it to plan planting seasons, track moon phases, and settle arguments about when the next frost would hit.

Its editor, Sandi Duncan, released a statement that reads like a goodbye letter:

“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.”

WHAT WAS THE SECRET FORMULA?

The Farmers’ Almanac built its forecasts using a “secret formula” that included sunspots, planetary movement, and lunar cycles. Whether you swore by its predictions or rolled your eyes at the accuracy (scientists say it averaged just over 50%, basically a coin toss), it had charm. It felt old-fashioned in the best way; an easy-to-digest reminder of simpler times.

THE LAST ALMANAC

The 2026 edition will be the last for the Farmers’ Almanac. If you still want planting and weather wisdom, The 'Old Farmer’s Almanac' will continue publishing, predicting, and inspiring people, and you can follow them at Almanac.com.