Vegetables to grow in june in Barabanki up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Barabanki, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Bani Kodar, Banki, Dariyabad, Deva, Fatehpur, Haidergarh, Harakh, Masauli, Nawabganj, Ramnagar, Ram Sanehi Ghat, Sidhaur, Sirauli Gauspur, Suratganj, Trivediganj, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cowpea. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Malabar Spinach are also being sown. This is the start of the Kharif season with the expected arrival of the monsoon, so field preparation is crucial and timely sowing will depend on rainfall or irrigation. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Barabanki district for the month of June. 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 June according to your area.

What fields typically look like early june

  • Standing/harvest crops: Okra, cucurbits, and early paddy 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, and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  • Pulses/cash crops: Urd and groundnut continue in suitable areas.

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

What to start now (June)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cowpea (Lobia), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cucumber (Kheera), Bitter Gourd (Karela), Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Ridge Gourd (Torai), Sponge Gourd (Gilki).
✅ Benefit – These are warm-season vegetables that grow quickly and provide early yield.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for Chilli, Brinjal, Tomato and Cauliflower.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely availability of seedlings for transplanting after monsoon onset.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early varieties of chilli and brinjal if seedlings are ready. Make sure there is proper irrigation facility available.
✅ Benefit – Early transplanting leads to good yield and market price.

Kharif crops:
Start sowing Kharif crops like Paddy, Maize, Pigeon Pea, Sorghum (Jowar), Pearl Millet (Bajra) and Groundnut after the onset of monsoon.
✅ Benefit – Kharif crops benefit from monsoon rains and provide staple food and income.

Fruit crops:
Plant mango, guava, lemon, papaya, and banana saplings.
✅ Benefit – Monsoon is the best time for planting fruit trees, as the soil is moist and the plants establish quickly.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, Kharif crops, and fruit crops in June in Barabanki, farmers can increase their income.

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

Crop

How to Plant (Method & Spacing)

Advantage for Farmers in Barabanki

Okra (Bhindi)

Direct sowing; rows 45 cm apart; plant 15 cm apart

Fast growth; continuous yield through monsoon

Cowpea (Lobia)

Direct sowing; rows 30 cm apart

Nitrogen-fixing; fodder and vegetable

Cluster Bean (Guar)

Direct sowing; rows 45 cm apart

Drought-tolerant; good market price

Bottle Gourd (Lauki)

Sow seeds 1m apart on raised beds

High yield; good market demand in Barabanki

Bitter Gourd (Karela)

Sow seeds 60 cm apart, trellis support

High medicinal value; fetches good price

Sponge Gourd (Tori)

Sow seeds 60 cm apart, provide support

Quick returns; popular vegetable in Barabanki

Cucumber (Kheera)

Sow seeds 45 cm apart on raised beds

Short duration; good summer demand

Maize (Sweet Corn)

Direct sowing; rows 60 cm apart

Early fodder; green cobs fetch good price

Pigeon Pea (Arhar) – Early

Direct sowing; rows 75 cm apart

Monsoon crop; pulses security

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Harakh

Okra, Cowpea, Bottle gourd

Chili, Tomato

Jassids, Whitefly in Okra

Light irrigation, avoid waterlogging

Sirauli Gauspur

Cluster bean, Amaranthus

Brinjal, Capsicum

Fruit borer in Brinjal

Drip irrigation is recommended

Bani Kodar

Sponge gourd, Bitter gourd

Tomato

Red pumpkin beetle

Ensure proper drainage

Dewa

Ridge gourd, Cucumber

Chili, Brinjal

Aphids in Cucurbits

Water in morning hours

Siddhaur

Pointed gourd, Round gourd

Tomato, Capsicum, Brinjal

Downy mildew in Cucurbits

Check soil moisture regularly

Trivediganj

Amaranthus, Spinach

Tomato, Chili

Leaf miner in Vegetables

Avoid over-watering

Haidergarh

Cowpea, Okra

Brinjal, Tomato

Whitefly in Okra & Tomato

Use mulch to conserve moisture

ব্লক Nindura

Bottle gourd, Sponge gourd

Tomato

Fruit fly in gourds

Apply irrigation as needed

ব্লক Ramnagar

Bitter gourd, Ridge gourd

Brinjal, Capsicum

Shoot & Fruit borer in Brinjal

Water at the base of plants

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) for Barabanki

🌾 Bani Kodar Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
  • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
  • How & Why:
  • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
  • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
  • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.
  • 🌾 Banki Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Dariyabad Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Deva Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Fatehpur Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Haidergarh Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Harakh Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Masauli Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Nawabganj Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Ramnagar Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Ram Sanehi Ghat Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Sidhaur Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Sirauli Gauspur Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Suratganj Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    🌾 Trivediganj Block

    • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
    • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
    • How & Why:
      • Okra & Cowpea are short duration crops and suitable for June sowing.
      • Timely transplanting of Brinjal & Chilli ensures good yield in the main season.
    • Advantage: Diversified income through multiple crops and higher yields through timely transplanting.

    Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips
    for June in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh

    Key pests to watch

    • Okra: Fruit borer, Jassid, Whitefly
    • Cucurbits (Lauki, Kaddu, Kheera): Fruit fly, Downy mildew, Red Pumpkin Beetle
    • Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
    • Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit & Shoot borer, Early blight

    Simple actions:

    • Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
    • Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves immediately.
    • 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

    • Before monsoon: Give light irrigation every 5-7 days, especially for new plantings/young crops.
    • With monsoon onset: Reduce irrigation. Focus on good drainage to prevent waterlogging in fields.
    • Ensure proper drainage in nurseries; avoid water stagnation.
    • Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture during dry spells and reduce weeds.
    • Prefer drip or furrow irrigation where possible.

    Conclusion

    June in Barabanki is all about preparing for monsoon and smart planting:

    • Prepare fields with good drainage, consider raised beds for Kharif crops.
    • Sow monsoon vegetables like Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cowpea, and Cluster Bean.
    • Transplant Kharif nursery crops such as Brinjal and Chilli.
    • Plant Ginger and Turmeric rhizomes before the heavy rains set in.
    • Keep a close eye on pests and diseases, which can thrive in humid conditions.

    If you focus on preparing your land, planting suitable Kharif vegetables, and managing newly planted crops, you’ll be set for a productive monsoon season, bringing steady harvests and good market prices.

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