The Last Farmer's Almanac
By celticeagle
@celticeagle (189838)
Boise, Idaho
January 4, 2026 4:17pm CST
Back when ancient societies tracked celestial events to guide them in their planting and seasonal aspects of their lives Almanacs were used. The first appeared in 1457 and by the late 15th century these publications included calendars, tide tables, astronomical data and other practical seasonal guidance.
The famous Poor Richard's Almanac was first published in 1732 by Benjamin Franklin.
The Old Farmer's Almanac was founded in 1792 by Massachusetts teacher and bestseller Robert B. Thomas. It quickly became a trusted reference for rural households.
As of 2026 it continues in print with a circulation of 2.5 million in North America. But with the latest publication in January that will be the last publication.
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@DaddyEvil (174335)
• United States
4 Jan
Mom and dad always had one but I haven't seen one in years and I've never bought one.
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@celticeagle (189838)
• Boise, Idaho
5 Jan
I bought one once years ago. It was interesting reading.
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@DaddyEvil (174335)
• United States
5 Jan
@celticeagle I read the ones mom and dad always had but didn't see a use for one for myself.
@RebeccasFarm (91299)
• United States
5 Jan
I love that Farmers Almanac it is so cool to read.
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@RasmaSandra (97994)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
4 Jan
I remember those. Never had one at home, but I do remember in grade school getting an assignment to go to the library and look up things in a Farmer's Almanac. Since they still publish them, then with technology it must be a lot easier,
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@celticeagle (189838)
• Boise, Idaho
5 Jan
Yes, indeed. A lot of the old traditions are dying out.
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@LindaOHio (222318)
• United States
5 Jan
That's too bad that it's going out of print.
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