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

Are you a farmer from Amroha, up (UP)? In December, in blocks like Amroha, Dhanaura, Gangeshwari, Hasanpur, Joyia, Naugaon Sadat, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Peas, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Radish. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Late Cauliflower.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. December is the peak of the Rabi season; with cool, dry weather, soil moisture is low, so timely irrigation is critical for crop growth. So your planning now will decide your profits in February–March.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Amroha 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: Sugarcane, paddy rice, mustard, and potato are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, tomato, chilli, 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 december, fields in Amroha 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):
Pea, lentil, mustard, and potato.
✅ Benefit – These crops are well-suited for the winter season and provide a good yield in Amroha-up.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for onion and garlic for transplanting in late winter.
✅ Benefit – Healthy seedlings ensure better establishment and growth in Amroha-up.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant onion seedlings if the weather is mild; otherwise, postpone until late December or early January.

Horticulture:
Planting of fruit trees like guava, ber (jujube), and aonla can be done in Amroha during this time.

Animal Management:
Provide proper shelter and feed to livestock to protect them from cold weather conditions in Amroha-up.
✅ Benefit – Ensures health and productivity of animals during the winter season.

👉 By planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and taking care of horticulture and animals in December, farmers in Amroha can effectively manage their resources and potentially increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) for Amroha

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Amroha, December)

• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback Moth, Aphids
  
• Peas/Mustard: Aphids, Powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens (Spinach, Coriander): Aphids, Cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Late Blight (Tomato), Shoot borer (Brinjal)
  
  

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 (Amroha, December)

• Give light irrigation every 10–15 days (soil-moisture based), especially for newly planted crops.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries during cooler months; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture, keep soil warm, and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for efficient water use, especially for potato and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

December in Amroha demands sharp focus:

• Continue harvesting early winter crops like peas, cabbage, and cauliflower.
  
• Sow leafy greens like spinach, fenugreek, and coriander for regular income.
  
• Plant late-season onion seedlings for a good spring harvest.
  
• Protect young plants from frost with light irrigation and covers during cold snaps.
  
• Keep a close eye on pests and diseases, and manage irrigation carefully.
  
  

By harvesting wisely, planting continuously, and protecting your crops from winter's bite, you’ll ensure a steady flow of produce and good income through the chilly months.