Farmers’ Almanac Saved Under New Acquisition
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, NY — The historic Farmers’ Almanac has been acquired under new ownership, preserving the 208-year-old publication and ensuring its continuation after plans were announced to cease publication following the 2026 edition.
The acquisition establishes Farmers’ Almanac LLC, a New York-based company formed to preserve and sustain the long-running periodical. The transition comes after financial pressures led to the announcement that the publication would conclude with its 2026 edition. Under new ownership, the Almanac will continue operations, maintaining its longstanding role as a trusted source of seasonal guidance and long-range weather forecasts.
For more than two centuries, the Farmers’ Almanac has served farmers, gardeners, outdoor enthusiasts, and families nationwide. Founded in 1818 in Morristown, New Jersey, and later based in Maine, the publication is one of the oldest continuously published periodicals in the United States. It is known for its long-range weather forecasts, planting calendars, moon phases, astronomical data, gardening and cooking tips, fishing forecasts, home remedies, humor, and folklore.
Tim Konrad, founder and publisher of the family-owned media company Unofficial Networks, has acquired the publication and will lead Farmers’ Almanac LLC.
“I saw the announcement that one of America’s most enduring publications was set to close, and it felt wrong to stand by while an irreplaceable piece of our national heritage disappeared,” Konrad said. “The Farmers’ Almanac is more than just a book. It’s a living link to generations of knowledge and curiosity about the natural world. We have been working closely with the dedicated Farmers’ Almanac team to preserve the trusted content readers have relied on since 1818, including long-range weather forecasts, gardening wisdom, astronomical insights, practical advice, humor, and the publication’s distinctive voice.”
Peter Geiger, longtime publisher and Editor Emeritus of the Farmers’ Almanac, expressed support for the transition.
“An American tradition continues,” Geiger said. “For more than 200 years, the values and wisdom of the Farmers’ Almanac have been protected and nurtured by four owner-publishers. I am grateful to have found the right next custodian in Tim Konrad. I am also confident he will honor its heritage and carry it forward for generations to come.”
The Farmers’ Almanac remains accessible online at farmersalmanac.com, where readers can access its archive of forecasts, seasonal guidance, and feature content. Under the new ownership, plans are underway to revive and expand the annual print edition in future volumes.
Farmers’ Almanac LLC was established in January 2026 to acquire and preserve the publication. Konrad, who has more than 20 years of experience in the outdoor industry, leads the company. According to the announcement, the new ownership is committed to maintaining the Almanac’s traditions and voice while positioning it for the future.
For more information, visit farmersalmanac.com.
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Author: News Desk
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