Vegetables to grow in february in Azamgarh up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Azamgarh, up (UP)? In February, in blocks like Ahiraula, Atraulia, Azmatgarh, Bilariyaganj, Burhanpur, Haraiya, Jiyanpur, Kandharapur, Kaptanganj, Koilsa, Lalganj, Maharajganj, Mehnagar, Mirzapur, Palhani, Phoolpur, Rani Ki Sarai, Rauzar Akbarpur, Sathianv, Tarwa, Thekma, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Tomato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Chilli, Brinjal, Tomato, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This is the end of the Rabi season and the start of Zaid preparations, with soil moisture decreasing, making timely irrigation important for new sowings. So your planning now will decide your profits in April–May.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Azamgarh district for the month of February. This guide explains:

• Which crops should be sown now,
• Which crops should be raised in nurseries and when to transplant them,
• Which seeds can be sown directly without nurseries, and
• When nursery plants should be transplanted if they are ready.

You will get this information block-wise in the guide so you can easily decide what to do in February according to your area.

What fields typically look like early february

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, potato, mustard, and lentil are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chilli, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, fenugreek (methi), and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea and gram continue in suitable areas.
  
  

👉 Overall, in early february, fields in Azamgarh show a mix of standing vegetables, nurseries, new leafy sowings, and pulse/cash crops.

What to start now (February)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra, pumpkin, cucumber, bitter gourd, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, sponge gourd, watermelon, muskmelon, and summer squash.
✅ Benefit – Early sowing ensures better yield before the monsoon season.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for tomato, chili, brinjal for transplanting in the next month after the risk of frost is over.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely availability of seedlings for transplanting.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Start transplanting early cauliflower and cabbage seedlings that were sown in the previous months.

Sowing of pulses and oilseeds:
Sow summer moong, urad, sunflower, and sesame. Ensure proper irrigation for better germination and growth.
✅ Benefit – Pulses improve soil fertility, and oilseeds provide valuable oil.

Sugarcane planting:
February is an ideal time for planting sugarcane in Azamgarh. Use treated seed pieces to prevent diseases.
✅ Benefit – Early planting ensures better growth and higher yield.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, pulses, oilseeds, and sugarcane in February in Azamgarh, farmers can increase their income.

Let’s Start in February – Crop + Method + Advantage

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Ahiraula Block

• Sow now: Mustard greens, fenugreek (methi), radish, carrot
• Transplant: Chili, eggplant (brinjal)
• How & Why:
• Mustard greens & methi provide quick returns in 30-40 days.
• Transplanting chili & eggplant now ensures early yield & better market price in April-May.
  

Advantage: Fast-growing greens + early vegetables = increased profitability.

🌾 Atraulia Block

• Sow now: Spinach, coriander, radish, turnip
• Transplant: Tomato, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and coriander are short duration crops, good for additional income.
  • Early tomato transplanting will fetch a better price in the market.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash crops + early season vegetables = better income.
  

🌾 Azmatgarh Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (methi), dill (suwa), radish
• Transplant: Eggplant (brinjal), cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Methi and dill are fast-growing and can be harvested in 3-4 weeks.
  • Early transplanting of eggplant and cauliflower ensures higher yields and better prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick harvest + early vegetables = increased income.
  

🌾 Bilariyaganj Block

• Sow now: Mustard greens, coriander, radish, carrot
• Transplant: Chili, tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and coriander grow quickly, providing fast income.
  • Early chili and tomato transplants will lead to early yields and better market prices.
    
• Advantage: Short duration crops + early vegetables = higher profit.
  

🌾 Burhanpur Block

• Sow now: Spinach, fenugreek (methi), turnip
• Transplant: Cabbage, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and methi are quick money-makers.
  • Early cabbage and cauliflower will give you better market rates.
    
• Advantage: Fast-growing greens + early vegetables = more profit.
  

🌾 Haraiya Block

• Sow now: Dill (suwa), radish, carrot
• Transplant: Eggplant (brinjal), tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Dill and radish mature fast, giving you quick returns.
  • Early eggplant and tomato yields fetch premium prices.
    
• Advantage: Fast harvest + early vegetables = boosted income.
  

🌾 Jiyanpur Block

• Sow now: Mustard greens, spinach, radish
• Transplant: Chili, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and spinach are quick to harvest, providing early income.
  • Early chili and cabbage provide better market opportunities.
    
• Advantage: Quick greens + early vegetables = enhanced earnings.
  

🌾 Kandharapur Block

• Sow now: Coriander, fenugreek (methi), turnip
• Transplant: Tomato, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Coriander and methi offer a quick return on investment.
  • Early tomato and cauliflower will bring better prices in the market.
    
• Advantage: Quick crops + early vegetables = improved income.
  

🌾 Kaptanganj Block

• Sow now: Spinach, dill (suwa), radish
• Transplant: Eggplant (brinjal), cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and dill grow fast, offering a quick turnover.
  • Early eggplant and cabbage will fetch higher market prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick harvest + early vegetables = boosted profits.
  

🌾 Koilsa Block

• Sow now: Mustard greens, fenugreek (methi), carrot
• Transplant: Chili, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard greens and methi are fast-growing and good for quick income.
  • Early chili and cauliflower provide good market opportunities.
    
• Advantage: Quick crops + early vegetables = better profit margin.
  

🌾 Lalganj Block

• Sow now: Coriander, radish, turnip
• Transplant: Tomato, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Coriander and radish are fast-growing crops.
  • Early transplanting of tomato and cabbage provides a better market price.
    
• Advantage: Quick crops + early vegetables = higher returns.
  

🌾 Maharajganj Block

• Sow now: Dill (suwa), fenugreek (methi), radish
• Transplant: Eggplant (brinjal), cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Dill and methi offer quick returns in a short period.
  • Early eggplant and cauliflower will give you better market rates.
    
• Advantage: Quick income + early vegetables = higher earnings.
  

🌾 Mehnagar Block

• Sow now: Mustard greens, spinach, carrot
• Transplant: Chili, tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard greens and spinach provide quick income.
  • Early chili and tomato ensure good market prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick greens + early vegetables = higher profitability.
  

🌾 Mirzapur Block

• Sow now: Coriander, fenugreek (methi), turnip
• Transplant: Cabbage, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Coriander and methi are quick cash crops.
  • Early cabbage and cauliflower provide better market rates.
    
• Advantage: Fast income + early vegetables = increased profit.
  

🌾 Palhani Block

• Sow now: Spinach, dill (suwa), radish
• Transplant: Eggplant (brinjal), tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and dill are fast growing crops.
  • Early eggplant and tomato fetch good market prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick turnover + early vegetables = better earnings.
  

🌾 Phoolpur Block

• Sow now: Mustard greens, spinach, carrot
• Transplant: Chili, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and spinach grow quickly, providing early income.
  • Early chili and cabbage provide better market prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick crops + early vegetables = improved profit margin.
  

🌾 Rani Ki Sarai Block

• Sow now: Coriander, fenugreek (methi), turnip
• Transplant: Tomato, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Coriander and methi give quick returns in 30-40 days.
  • Transplanting tomato and cauliflower now ensures early yield & better market price in April-May.
    
• Advantage: Fast-growing greens + early vegetables = increased profitability.
  

🌾 Rauzar Akbarpur Block

• Sow now: Dill (suwa), radish, carrot
• Transplant: Eggplant (brinjal), tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Dill and radish are quick crops.
  • Early planting of eggplant and tomato will get you a higher price.
    
• Advantage: Quick income + early vegetables = better returns.
  

🌾 Sathianv Block

• Sow now: Mustard greens, spinach, radish
• Transplant: Chili, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and spinach are short duration crops for quick income.
  • Early transplanting of chili and cabbage fetches better prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick crops + early vegetables = increased profitability.
  

🌾 Tarwa Block

• Sow now: Coriander, fenugreek (methi), turnip
• Transplant: Tomato, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Coriander and methi are short duration crops.
  • Early transplanting ensures better market price for tomato and cauliflower.
    
• Advantage: Quick crops + early vegetables = more income.
  

🌾 Thekma Block

• Sow now: Spinach, dill (suwa), carrot
• Transplant: Eggplant (brinjal), cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and dill are short duration crops.
  • Early eggplant and cabbage will get you a better market price.
    
• Advantage: Quick crops + early vegetables = higher returns.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Jassids, Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Powdery mildew, Fruit fly
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miner, Cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Shoot borer, Whitefly
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects and keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation

• Give light irrigation every 7–10 days (soil-moisture based), adjust as temperatures rise in late February.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure proper drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

February in Azamgarh is all about smart transition:

• Finish harvesting of late winter vegetables like potato, radish, and remaining cauliflower/cabbage.
  
• Start direct sowing of early summer cucurbits (lauki, torai, karela, kheera) and bhindi for early market.
  
• Raise nursery for summer brinjal, chilli, and early tomato varieties.
  
• Prepare fields for sowing melon (kharbuja, tarbuja) towards the end of the month.
  
• Keep maturing Rabi crops like wheat and mustard weed-free and monitor for pests.
  
• Provide light, timely irrigation to newly sown crops and manage early summer pests.
  
  

If you manage the shift from winter to summer crops wisely—finishing up winter harvests, getting early summer crops in, and preparing for the main summer planting—you’ll ensure a continuous income stream and a strong start to the new cropping cycle.