Vegetables to grow in march in Amethi up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Amethi, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Amethi, Bazar Shukul, Bhadar, Bhetua, Gauriganj, Jagdishpur, Jamo, Musafirkhana, Sangrampur, Shahgarh, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This marks the end of the Rabi season and the start of the Zaid (summer) season, so rising temperatures mean soil moisture is low and regular irrigation is crucial. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

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

What fields typically look like early march

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, wheat, mustard, and potato 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 (dhania) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Lentil (masoor) and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (March)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cucurbits like Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Bitter Gourd, and Cucumber, Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobhia).
✅ Benefit – These are warm-season crops that benefit from the increasing temperatures and day length.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early Kharif crops like paddy (rice), maize, and vegetables like chili and brinjal for the upcoming monsoon season.
✅ Benefit – Early preparation ensures timely transplanting at the onset of monsoon.

Planting Sugarcane:
This is an optimal time for planting sugarcane in Amethi. Ensure proper irrigation and soil preparation for best results.
✅ Benefit - Planting now ensures a full growing season and high yields.

Summer Moong and Urad:
Sow summer moong and urad as catch crops to improve soil health and provide additional income before the kharif season.
✅ Benefit – Short duration and improves soil fertility.

Fodder Crops:
Plant fodder crops like maize, sorghum, or cowpea to ensure sufficient feed for livestock during the summer months.
✅ Benefit – Prevents feed shortage for animals during lean periods.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, planting sugarcane, and early crops in March in Amethi, farmers can increase their income.

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

 

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Amethi Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd.
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli.
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are well-suited for the March climate in Amethi.
  • Ensure proper irrigation due to increasing temperatures.
    
• Advantage: High demand in local markets = better returns.
  

🌾 Bazar Shukul Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Beans (Guar).
• Transplant: Tomato (early varieties).
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and Cluster Beans are quick-growing and profitable.
  • Early tomato transplanting takes advantage of favorable market conditions.
    
• Advantage: Faster crop cycles and higher prices.
  

🌾 Bhadar Block

• Sow now: Pumpkin, Squash.
• Transplant: Capsicum (Shimla Mirch).
• How & Why:
  
  • These crops perform well in the sandy loam soils of Bhadar.
  • Regular watering is crucial.
    
• Advantage: Good yield potential with proper care.
  

🌾 Bhetua Block

• Sow now: Sponge Gourd (Turai), Ridge Gourd (Tori).
• Transplant: Onion seedlings.
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are suitable for trellis farming, maximizing space.
  • Onion transplanting will establish well before the hotter months.
    
• Advantage: Efficient land utilization and timely crop establishment.
  

🌾 Gauriganj Block

• Sow now: Cowpea (Lobia).
• Transplant: Cabbage seedlings.
• How & Why:
  
  • Cowpea is a nitrogen-fixing legume, improving soil health.
  • Cabbage requires consistent moisture for good head formation.
    
• Advantage: Soil improvement and a steady supply of cabbage.
  

🌾 Jagdishpur Block

• Sow now: Round Gourd (Tinda).
• Transplant: Cauliflower (late varieties).
• How & Why:
  
  • Tinda is a popular vegetable with good market value.
  • Late cauliflower varieties can avoid peak heat stress.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income sources.
  

🌾 Jamo Block

• Sow now: Lady finger (Bhindi).
• Transplant: Eggplant (Brinjal).
• How & Why:
  
  • Bhindi is a short duration crop.
  • Brinjal transplant is ideal for summer production.
    
• Advantage: Early harvest and increased yield.
  

🌾 Musafirkhana Block

• Sow now: Green Amaranth (Chaulai).
• Transplant: Sweet pepper (Capsicum).
• How & Why:
  
  • Chaulai provides quick green leafy vegetables.
  • Capsicum plants are suitable for mulching practices.
    
• Advantage: Fast income source.
  

🌾 Sangrampur Block

• Sow now: Maize (for vegetable purpose).
• Transplant: Chilli (G4 variety).
• How & Why:
  
  • Maize is used for vegetable such as sweet corn.
  • Chilli (G4 variety) is well adapted to the local conditions.
    
• Advantage: Improved soil quality.
  

🌾 Shahgarh Block

• Sow now: Cluster Beans (Guar).
• Transplant: Bitter gourd seedlings.
• How & Why:
  
  • Guar for fodder or vegetable purpose.
  • Bitter gourd requires good support structure.
    
• Advantage: Increased income potential.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, jassids, whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, red pumpkin beetle, powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, leaf miners
  
• 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 5–7 days (soil-moisture based), increase frequency as temperatures rise.
  
• Avoid water stagnation, especially in young 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, to save water.
  

Conclusion

March in Amethi is all about setting the stage for summer success:

• Complete harvesting of late winter crops to clear fields.
  
• Begin direct sowing of summer cucurbits (bottle gourd, ridge gourd, sponge gourd, cucumber, watermelon) for early market.
  
• Sow okra (bhindi) and heat-tolerant leafy greens like Amaranth (chaulai) for quick income.
  
• Transplant nursery-raised summer crops like tomato, brinjal, and chilli seedlings.
  
• Ensure timely and adequate irrigation as temperatures rise, and monitor for early pest attacks.
  
  

By focusing on these key actions—getting summer vegetables in early for premium prices, using quick-growing greens for continuous cash flow, and managing water and pests efficiently—you’ll ensure a productive and profitable summer season.