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

Are you a farmer from Auraiya, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Achhalda, Ajitmal, Auraiya, Bhagyanagar, Bidhuna, Erwakatra, Sahar, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Muskmelon, Watermelon, Okra. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Capsicum.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This is the Zaid season, when Rabi crops are being harvested and the fields are being prepared for summer crops, so maintaining soil moisture with regular irrigation is very important. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Auraiya 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: Mustard, potato, wheat, and sugarcane are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, okra, tomato, and chili 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: Lentil (masoor) and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (March)

Sowing of summer vegetables:
Sow cucurbits (cucumber, bottle gourd, bitter gourd, pumpkin), okra, beans, and leafy vegetables like spinach and amaranth.
✅ Benefit – Capitalize on the summer vegetable market.

Irrigation and fertilization of Rabi crops:
Ensure timely irrigation and fertilization for wheat, barley, and pulses like gram and lentil.
✅ Benefit – Maximize yield potential of Rabi crops.

Summer pulse sowing (Moong & Urad):
Prepare fields and sow summer pulses like Moong and Urad. Select short-duration, disease-resistant varieties.
✅ Benefit – Provides additional income and improves soil health.

Sugarcane planting (for Auraiya-up specific):
Continue planting sugarcane, ensuring proper spacing and irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Sugarcane is a major cash crop in the region.

Manage fruit orchards (Mango & Guava):
Provide irrigation to mango and guava orchards. Apply fertilizers as per recommendations. Monitor for pests and diseases.
✅ Benefit – Ensures healthy fruit production.

👉 In this way, by planning summer vegetables, Rabi crop management, summer pulses, sugarcane planting, and orchard management in March, farmers in Auraiya can increase their income.

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

 

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Achhalda Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare nursery: Okra, tomato, chilli.
• Why:
  
  • These vegetables can be sown from March onwards.
  • Nursery preparation ensures timely transplanting after initial heat subsides.
    
• Advantage: Capitalize on early summer vegetable market.
  

🌾 Ajitmal Block

• Sow now: Okra, cowpea, cluster bean.
• Irrigate: Summer squash, pointed gourd planted earlier.
• Why:
  
  • These are heat-tolerant vegetables suitable for March sowing.
  • Consistent irrigation is crucial for the growth of previously planted summer vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Ensure good yield in summer crops.
  

🌾 Auraiya Block

• Sow now: Round gourd, ridge gourd.
• Transplant: Brinjal, chilli (if the nursery is ready).
• Why:
  
  • These vegetables perform well in March weather conditions.
  • Timely transplanting leads to early fruiting.
    
• Advantage: Early harvest and better market price.
  

🌾 Bhagyanagar Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, muskmelon (on ridges).
• Prepare land: For rainy season vegetables like okra, beans.
• Why:
  
  • Sowing melons now allows harvest before the monsoon.
  • Land preparation in advance saves time later.
    
• Advantage: Take advantage of melon market + prepare for rainy season.
  

🌾 Bidhuna Block

• Sow now: Sponge gourd, snake gourd.
• Weed: In previously sown summer vegetables.
• Why:
  
  • Gourds thrive in warm weather.
  • Weed control promotes healthy growth.
    
• Advantage: Healthy gourds and better yield in existing crops.
  

🌾 Erwakatra Block

• Sow now: Amaranth, cucumber.
• Apply: Top dressing of nitrogen fertilizer in cucurbits.
• Why:
  
  • Amaranth provides quick returns, cucumber does well in summer.
  • Nitrogen boosts growth in cucurbits.
    
• Advantage: Quick income, healthy cucurbit growth.
  

🌾 Sahar Block

• Sow now: Bitter gourd, bottle gourd.
• Monitor: For pests and diseases in all vegetables.
• Why:
  
  • These gourds are suitable for March sowing.
  • Regular monitoring helps prevent significant crop damage.
    
• Advantage: Healthy gourd production and prevent losses from pests/diseases.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Auraiya, March)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red pumpkin beetle, Powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly, Jassids
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout fields regularly (2-3 times a week). Check undersides of leaves and new growth.
  
• Remove and destroy affected plant parts to stop spread.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects and keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Spray only when necessary, using recommended doses. Rotate chemicals to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation (Auraiya, March)

• With rising temperatures, irrigate every 4-7 days, based on crop need and soil moisture.
  
• Water in evening or early morning to reduce water loss by evaporation.
  
• Use mulching (straw, dry leaves) to conserve moisture and control weeds, which is crucial now.
  
• Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially in nurseries and young plants.
  

Conclusion

March in Auraiya is all about preparing for summer harvest:

• Start sowing summer cucurbits like bottle gourd, bitter gourd, and sponge gourd.
• Plant quick-growing summer vegetables such as okra (bhindi) and cowpea (lobiya).
• Transplant early brinjal and chilli seedlings that were raised in nurseries.
• Ensure timely and adequate irrigation as temperatures begin to rise.
• Keep a close watch on pests and diseases that thrive in warmer weather.

By focusing on heat-loving vegetables—quick-growing ones for early cash, and main summer crops for sustained harvest—along with smart water management, you'll ensure a productive and profitable summer season.