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"The 2026 Old Farmer's Almanac" provides weather forecasts, astronomical data, and practical wisdom for those living close to the earth, continuing its tradition since 1792."

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The parent is asking about the Farmer's Almanac (the one bidding farewell), first published in 1818.

I actually don’t realize there were two! I’m guessing there’s a history here involving a fork.

But if you'd like to see a sample of _Old_ Farmer's Almanac, their 2026 issue could be accessed here: https://reader.mediawiremobile.com/TheOldFarmersAlmanac/issu...

I always enjoy reading through those tabulated stuff; see pp. 280-281.

> I’m guessing there’s a history here involving a fork.

This is no direct relationship. Just a case of a competitor deciding to compete in the marketplace.

Seems like the original already named it wisely. If it’s 1820 and I’m a farmer, I’m definitely getting my almanac from an “old farmer”.

Stands to reason, not just in name, but because The Farmer's Almanac was a spin on The Old Farmer's Almanac that was geared more towards the growing urban population.

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