This 118-page booklet presents an overview to establishing māra kai of both traditional and contemporary nature. It covers important aspects such as understanding plants, a summary of growing common crops, and seasons and maramataka, Māori calendar including crops that can be grown in each of the seasons. At the end of the book is a glossary that readers can access for their benefit. It is a very important tool for growers and everyone who wants to grow kai. This book is very easy to read.