The Farmers' Almanac, a beloved publication first printed in 1818, has been acquired by Unofficial Networks, a digital publisher focusing on skiing and outdoor recreation. The deal ensures the almanac's survival after it announced in November that its 208-year run was ending.
The new owner, based in New York City, plans to launch a digital version with fresh daily content and eventually bring back a print edition. Tim Konrad, founder and publisher of Unofficial Networks, said he felt it was wrong to let such a national heritage disappear.
The almanac, known for its long-range weather forecasts based on a secret formula involving sunspots and planetary positions, has moved its headquarters from Maine to New York. Peter Geiger, the longtime publisher, expressed confidence in the new ownership.
Scientific studies have found the almanac's predictions to be about 50% accurate, similar to chance. However, Geiger noted that the almanac predicted a cold and snowy 2026, calling it a strong final forecast under his family's stewardship.
