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

Are you a farmer from Amroha, up (UP)? In July, in blocks like Amroha, Bachhraon, Dhanaura, Gangaishwar, Hasanpur, Joyia, Rehra Kalan, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cowpea. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Cauliflower, Cabbage, Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. July is the peak of the Kharif season when the monsoon is active, providing good soil moisture for sowing and reducing the need for immediate irrigation. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

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

What fields typically look like early july

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane is being harvested, and maize is ready for picking.
  Okra and cucumber are also yielding well.
  Early paddy varieties are maturing in some areas.
  Ginger and turmeric are approaching harvest time.
  Bottle gourd provides good yields.
  
• Nursery beds: Prepare nursery beds for cauliflower and cabbage seedlings.
  Brinjal and tomato seedlings are also being raised.
  Chilli nurseries are being prepared for transplanting.
  Onion seedlings are getting ready for planting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak) is being sown for a quick harvest.
  Fenugreek (methi) is also being sown now.
  Amaranth (chaulai) provides nutritious greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea (arhar) is growing well in rainfed areas.
  Groundnut cultivation continues in suitable pockets.
  Sowing of black gram (urad) is ongoing.
  
  

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

What to start now (July)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Pigeonpea, pearl millet, maize, sesame, and groundnut are suitable crops for direct sowing in Amroha.
✅ Benefit – Utilizes monsoon rains efficiently and reduces irrigation needs.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for rice (paddy) if not already done, as well as vegetables like chili, brinjal, and tomato.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely availability of seedlings for transplanting after initial monsoon showers.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant rice seedlings in puddled fields. Start transplanting vegetables like chili, brinjal, and tomato as well, depending on nursery age and field conditions.
✅ Benefit – Proper spacing and timely transplanting lead to healthy plant growth and better yield.

Vegetable cultivation (if irrigation available):
Okra (bhindi), bottle gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, and other cucurbits can be planted, ensure proper drainage.
✅ Benefit – Provides continuous supply of vegetables and contributes to income diversification.

Intercropping:
Consider intercropping legumes like cowpea or green gram with maize or pigeonpea to improve soil fertility.
✅ Benefit – Enhances soil health, suppresses weeds, and provides additional yield.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, vegetable cultivation and intercropping in July in Amroha, farmers can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Amroha Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Bitter Gourd (Karela)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Baingan), Chilli (Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra, Bottle Gourd, and Bitter Gourd provide income during this period.
  • Brinjal and Chilli seedlings are ready for transplanting to ensure timely yield.
    
• Advantage: Planting these vegetables now maximizes yield and income potential in Amroha.
  

🌾 Bachhraon Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Bean (Guar), Cowpea (Lobia)
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli (Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are suitable for sowing and transplanting during the monsoon season.
  • Ensure proper drainage to prevent waterlogging.
    
• Advantage: Diversified planting ensures stable income.
  

🌾 Dhanaura Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Sponge Gourd (Tori), Pumpkin (Kaddu)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Baingan), Capsicum (Shimla Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables thrive in the monsoon conditions of Amroha.
  • Regular monitoring for pests and diseases is crucial.
    
• Advantage: High demand for these vegetables in local markets.
  

🌾 Gangaishwar Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Ridge Gourd (Turai), Cucumber (Kheera)
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli (Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are well-suited for the local climate and soil conditions.
  • Use organic fertilizers to enhance growth and yield.
    
• Advantage: These crops offer good returns within a short period.
  

🌾 Hasanpur Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Bean (Guar), Cowpea (Lobia)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Baingan), Chilli (Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are suitable for the monsoon season.
  • Ensure timely irrigation and nutrient management.
    
• Advantage: Regular harvests can provide consistent income.
  

🌾 Joyia Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Sponge Gourd (Tori), Pumpkin (Kaddu)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Baingan), Capsicum (Shimla Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are suitable for the monsoon climate.
  • Provide support for climbing vegetables like gourds to maximize space utilization.
    
• Advantage: These vegetables have good market value in Amroha.
  

🌾 Rehra Kalan Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Ridge Gourd (Turai), Cucumber (Kheera)
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli (Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are best suited for July sowing in Amroha.
  • Implement integrated pest management practices to minimize losses.
    
• Advantage: High yield potential with proper care and management.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, jassid, yellow vein mosaic
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, downy mildew, leaf spot
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, damping-off (nursery), soft rot
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, bacterial wilt, early blight
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips, especially after rain.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves immediately.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects. Keep fields clean of monsoon weeds.
  
• For diseases, use recommended fungicides/bactericides only when needed; rotate types.
  
• Ensure good drainage to prevent waterborne diseases.
  
  

Irrigation

• July is monsoon. Focus on managing excess water. Ensure excellent field drainage.
  
• Avoid waterlogging in low areas to prevent root rot and damping-off.
  
• Give light, supplemental irrigation only if there's a long gap (5-7 days) between rains.
  
• For new plantings/nurseries, ensure proper drainage and protection from heavy downpours.
  
• Consider planting on raised beds for better drainage for most monsoon vegetables.
  

Conclusion

July in Amroha is all about smart monsoon farming:

• Ensure proper field drainage and prepare beds for new sowings.
  
• Plant quick-growing leafy greens like Amaranth (Chaulai) and Malabar Spinach for early income.
  
• Transplant monsoon vegetables like brinjal, chilli, and early tomato; raise nurseries for early winter cauliflower and cabbage.
  
• Actively scout for and manage monsoon-related pests and fungal diseases.
  
• Provide necessary support for climbing vegetables and protect crops from heavy rainfall.
  
  

By managing monsoon challenges effectively—quick greens for cash flow, stable monsoon vegetables for continuous yield, and proactive pest/disease management—you’ll secure a healthy harvest and set a strong foundation for the upcoming winter season.