We are excited to announce that the team behind Unofficial Networks has acquired Farmers’ Almanac.
This acquisition brings together Unofficial Networks’ expertise in outdoor enthusiast content with the iconic Farmers’ Almanac’s 200+ years of heritage in weather forecasting, gardening tips, astronomy, and folklore. Founded in 1818, Farmers’ Almanac has long been a trusted companion for farmers, gardeners, and outdoor enthusiasts alike, offering long-range weather predictions, planting calendars, fishing calendars, humor and quirky tidbits that celebrate the rhythms of nature.
To preserve the unique identities and strengths of each brand, both websites will continue to be run independently, with oversight from ownership to ensure alignment and support.
We’re grateful for the support from our readers and can’t wait to embark on this adventure together. For more details, visit UnofficialNetworks.com or FarmersAlmanac.com.
Key Farmers’ Almanac Timeline Milestones:
1818: Founded by poet, astronomer, and teacher David Young and publisher Jacob Mann in Morristown, New Jersey. First edition published as a guide for farmers with weather predictions, calendars, and practical advice.
1852–1933: Successive editors, including Samuel Hart Wright, maintain the tradition amid growing popularity.
1933: Ray Geiger becomes editor, ushering in the longest editorship in history. He promotes the Almanac nationally through radio and TV appearances, boosting circulation dramatically.
1949: Rights purchased by Ray and Ann Geiger; production handled by Geiger Bros. in Lewiston, Maine.
1955: Headquarters officially moved to Lewiston, Maine.
1994: Peter Geiger succeeds his father, Ray, as editor.
Late 1990s–2020s: Managing Editor Sandi Duncan (the first female editor) joins, leading the transition into the digital era with FarmersAlmanac.com and social media growth.
2025: Final edition under Geiger publishing, amid shifting reader habits and economic challenges.
2026: Assets acquired by Tim Konrad, Founder of Unofficial Networks and co-founder of gCaptain.com. Revival begins with a renewed commitment to the original values.
Present: The Farmers’ Almanac lives on—true to its roots since 1818.
Farmers’ Almanac Saved Under New Ownership, 208-Year Tradition Continues
Brooklyn Heights, NY – January 28, 2026. In a move to preserve an important piece of American heritage, the historic Farmers’ Almanac has been acquired under new ownership, saving the 208-year-old publication from permanent closure and ensuring the continuation of one of America’s longest-running traditions.
The acquisition establishes Farmers’ Almanac LLC, a New York–based company dedicated to preserving and sustaining the iconic publication. Following the announcement that the Farmers’ Almanac would conclude publication after its 2026 edition due to financial pressures, the new ownership moved quickly to secure the future of one of the nation’s oldest continuously published periodicals.
For more than two centuries, the Farmers’ Almanac has served as a trusted resource for farmers, gardeners, outdoor enthusiasts, and families nationwide. Known for its long-range weather forecasts, seasonal guidance, folklore, humor, and practical advice, the Almanac has connected generations of readers to the rhythms of nature and the traditions of practical living.
“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,” said Tim Konrad, Founder and Publisher of the family-owned media company Unofficial Networks and the new owner of the Farmers’ Almanac. “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, welcomed the transition and had this to say: “An American tradition continues! 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 fully accessible online at farmersalmanac.com, where readers can continue to explore its extensive archive of forecasts, seasonal guidance, and feature content. Under the new ownership, plans are underway to revive and expand the cherished annual print edition in future volumes, restoring the familiar, well-worn book that has long appeared on kitchen tables, in barns, and on bookshelves across the country.
About the Farmers’ Almanac
Founded in 1818 in Morristown, New Jersey, and later based in Maine, the Farmers’ Almanac is one of America’s oldest continuously published periodicals. Rooted in the early American almanac tradition, it has provided readers with long-range weather forecasts, planting calendars, moon phases, astronomical data, gardening and cooking tips, fishing forecasts, home remedies, humor, and folklore for more than two centuries. The Farmers’ Almanac remains a cultural touchstone that connects readers to nature, the seasons, and shared practical knowledge passed down through generations.
About The New Farmers’ Almanac LLC
Farmers’ Almanac LLC was established in January 2026 to acquire and preserve the historic Farmers’ Almanac. Led by Tim Konrad, founder and publisher of Unofficial Networks, a family-owned media company specializing in skiing and outdoor content. With over 20 years in the outdoor industry, Tim’s passion for the outdoors and understanding of the digital landscape drove the acquisition to ensure the Almanac’s traditions and voice live on. The new Farmers’ Almanac LLC is committed to protecting this heritage and helping it thrive for future generations.
For more information,
visit:
farmersalmanac.com
Media Contact:
Tim Konrad
tim@unofficialnetworks.com
