Vegetables to grow in december in Agra up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Agra, up (UP)? In December, in blocks like Etmadpur, Khandauli, Jagner, Saiyan, Achnara, Bichpuri, Fatehpur Sikri, Kheragarh, Jaitpur Kalan, Akola, Shamshabad, Bah, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Radish, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal, Capsicum, Onion.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. This is the peak of the Rabi season, with dry winter conditions requiring careful and timely irrigation to maintain soil moisture. So your planning now will decide your profits in February–March.

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

What fields typically look like early december

• Standing/harvest crops: Bajra, mustard, cotton, and sugarcane are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chilli, brinjal, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhaniya) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Chickpea (chana) and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (December)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Peas, mustard, barley, and gram. Ensure proper soil moisture for germination.
✅ Benefit – These are the main Rabi crops for Agra, ensuring food and income security.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for onion and garlic if you plan for an early summer crop. Protect seedlings from frost.
✅ Benefit – Early preparation allows for better planning and resource management.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
This is not the primary transplanting season, but if you have late-season cauliflower or cabbage seedlings, transplant them with frost protection.

Vegetable crops (with irrigation and frost protection):
Radish, carrot, spinach, fenugreek, and coriander under poly houses or with row covers.
✅ Benefit – Protects from frost and ensures a continuous supply of vegetables.

Potato planting (if not already done):
Complete potato planting, using certified seeds for better yield and disease resistance.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting ensures optimal tuber development.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and protected crops in December in Agra, farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Etmadpur Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Fenugreek (Methi), Spinach
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and carrot mature quickly, providing early income in December.
  • Transplanting tomato and chili in December allows for early harvest in late winter/early spring, capitalizing on better market prices.
    
• Advantage: Early harvests maximize profits before the peak season.
  

🌾 Khandauli Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato
• Prepare for: Pea sowing after pre-sowing irrigation.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard is a key oilseed crop for this region.
  • Potato can be sown now to leverage cooler temperatures for tuber development.
  • Pea sowing should be done after adequate moisture is ensured through irrigation.
    
• Advantage: Optimized planting times for winter crops.
  

🌾 Jagner Block

• Sow now: Wheat (with proper irrigation), Gram
• Consider: Garlic planting.
• How & Why:
  
  • Wheat is the staple crop; ensure timely sowing with adequate irrigation.
  • Gram (chickpea) is an important pulse crop.
  • Garlic can be planted for good returns.
    
• Advantage: Sticking to staple crops while diversifying with garlic.
  

🌾 Saiyan Block

• Sow now: Barley, Lentil
• Focus on: Weed control in previously sown crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • Barley is suitable for slightly saline soils common in parts of Saiyan.
  • Lentil is a good option for crop rotation and soil health.
  • Weed control is crucial for maximizing yields.
    
• Advantage: Suitable crops for the local soil conditions and proactive crop management.
  

🌾 Achnara Block

• Sow now: Oat (for fodder)
• Transplant: Marigold.
• How & Why:
  
  • Oat provides valuable fodder for livestock.
  • Marigold can be transplanted for commercial flower production.
    
• Advantage: Meeting local fodder demand and diversifying into floriculture.
  

🌾 Bichpuri Block

• Sow now: Mustard (early varieties)
• Irrigate: Existing Rabi crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • Early mustard varieties help to avoid late-season frost damage.
  • Irrigation ensures proper crop establishment and growth.
    
• Advantage: Risk mitigation and ensuring optimal crop growth.
  

🌾 Fatehpur Sikri Block

• Sow now: Chickpea, Toria (early mustard)
• Manage: Monitor for insect pests in early sown vegetables.
• How & Why:
  
  • Chickpea is a drought-resistant pulse crop suited for the region.
  • Toria offers a quick harvest before other Rabi crops.
  • Pest monitoring is important for healthy vegetable crops.
    
• Advantage: Drought-resistant crops and proactive pest management.
  

🌾 Kheragarh Block

• Sow now: Wheat (drought-resistant varieties), Fenugreek
• Apply: Basal dose of fertilizers in wheat.
• How & Why:
  
  • Drought-resistant wheat varieties are suitable for areas with limited irrigation.
  • Fenugreek is a good option for intercropping or as a short-duration crop.
  • Basal fertilizer application ensures nutrients are available for early growth.
    
• Advantage: Maximizing yield in water-stressed conditions.
  

🌾 Jaitpur Kalan Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato
• Protect: Young plants from frost.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and potato are main crops for this block.
  • Frost protection is critical during December nights.
    
• Advantage: Protecting key crops from frost damage.
  

🌾 Akola Block

• Sow now: Wheat, Barley
• Plan for: Irrigation scheduling.
• How & Why:
  
  • Wheat and barley are common winter crops.
  • Proper irrigation management is crucial for yield.
    
• Advantage: Efficient water use for optimal yields.
  

🌾 Shamshabad Block

• Sow now: Radish, Spinach
• Transplant: Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and spinach provide quick returns.
  • Cauliflower transplanting should be completed for winter harvest.
    
• Advantage: Quick income and timely vegetable production.
  

🌾 Bah Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Gram
• Consider: Planting of onion seedlings.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard is an important oilseed crop.
  • Gram is a key pulse crop.
  • Onion seedlings can be transplanted for a late winter/early summer harvest.
    
• Advantage: Diversified cropping with options for both oilseeds, pulses and vegetables.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch for Agra-UP (December)

• Potato: Late Blight, Aphids
  
• Cauliflower/Cabbage: Diamondback Moth, Aphids
  
• Peas/Gram: Pod borer, Powdery mildew
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Leaf miner
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested leaves/stems/fruits.
  
• 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 Tips for Agra-UP (December)

• Give light irrigation every 10–15 days, or as needed, depending on soil moisture and crop stage (especially after frost).
  
• Avoid water stagnation; ensure good drainage to prevent root rot in cool weather.
  
• Use mulching (straw/dry leaves/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and protect roots from cold.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for crops like potato, cauliflower, and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

December in Agra is all about smart winter farming:

• Focus on harvesting mature winter vegetables like radish, spinach, fenugreek, and early cauliflower/cabbage for market.
  
• Continue sowing fast-growing leafy greens (spinach, coriander) for continuous market supply.
  
• Protect sensitive crops (tomato, brinjal, potato, peas) from frost damage using light irrigation or covers.
  
• Monitor established crops for common winter pests (aphids) and diseases (powdery mildew, blight).
  
• Ensure timely and light irrigation, manage weeds, and provide necessary support for growing crops.
  
  

If you manage harvesting well, protect your valuable crops from winter chills, and ensure continuous fresh greens, you’ll keep your farm productive, steady, and profitable through the peak winter season.