Field Notes drew inspiration for its 14th seasonal limited edition, the National Crop Edition, from its historical roots: promotional memo books distributed to American farmers for over a century by seed, tractor, and agricultural companies.

Co-founder Aaron Draplin has long been collecting these vintage memo books, preserving their legacy and “rescuing them” from obscurity. This edition honors that history while showcasing Field Notes’ ancestry and connection to American agricultural traditions, with a growing collection documenting the brand’s “family tree.”