The document outlines the author's food needs and a chart estimating the annual servings and pounds of various crops that can be grown in 100 square foot beds. The author notes that some items like carrots, onions, and garlic seem like a lot for one person but are used in many recipes. Berries were included for making jams and chutneys, and a large amount of cabbage was added so the author could make kimchi, following their mother's traditional recipe.