First edition of the Farmers' Almanac published
- When
- 1818
- Where
- Morristown, New Jersey
- Episodes
- 1
The Farmers' Almanac, an annual American periodical, traces its origins to 1818. Founded in Morristown, New Jersey, by David Young and Jacob Mann, the publication established a heritage of long-range weather predictions, humor, and practical advice. While the specific date of the first edition's release is not confirmed by the provided sources, the founding year and location are established.
Episodes
Background and detail
Background. The Farmers' Almanac is an annual American periodical that has been in continuous publication since 1818. It follows the heritage of earlier American almanacs, such as Benjamin Franklin’s Poor Richard's Almanack. The publication is known for providing long-range weather predictions for the United States and Canada, alongside content on gardening, cooking, fishing, and conservation.
Founding. The publication was founded in 1818 in Morristown, New Jersey. David Young, a poet, astronomer, and teacher, held the editorship for 34 years starting from the founding of The Almanac Publishing Company by Young and publisher Jacob Mann. This initial phase established the almanac's blend of weather predictions, humor, and practical advice.
Publication History. The Farmers' Almanac has been in continuous publication since 1818. It provides long-range weather predictions for the U.S. and Canada, along with calendars and articles on topics such as full moon dates, folklore, natural remedies, and outdoor activities. The publication follows the heritage of earlier American almanacs.
People involved
- David Young · Poet, astronomer, teacher, and founding editor
- Jacob Mann · Publisher and co-founder
Sources
- Farmers' Almanac Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-05
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