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

Are you a farmer from Auraiya, up (UP)? In November, in blocks like Achhalda, Ajeetmal, Auraiya, Bhagyanagar, Bidhuna, Erwakatra, Sahar, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Radish, Carrot, Early Cauliflower, Brinjal, Tomato, Green Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Late Cauliflower, Late Cabbage, Onion, Tomato, Chilli, Capsicum.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. November marks the peak of the Rabi sowing season with cool, dry weather, so managing soil moisture with timely irrigation is crucial for good crop establishment. So your planning now will decide your profits in January–February.

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

What fields typically look like early november

  • Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, paddy rice, maize, and pigeon pea 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: Mustard and gram continue in suitable upland areas.

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

What to start now (November)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Pea, mustard, fenugreek, coriander, radish, carrot, and turnip.
✅ Benefit – These are quick-growing and bring fast income from fresh greens.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for onion. By month-end, seedlings will be ready for transplanting.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting ensures good yield and better market price.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant onion seedlings from nurseries.

Climbing vegetables (if irrigation available):
Bottle gourd, ridge gourd, cucumber.
✅ Benefit – Ensures continuous green vegetable supply and steady income.

Wheat sowing:
Farmers start wheat sowing.
✅ Benefit – Timely sowing ensures good yield.

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

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

Crop

How to Plant (Method & Spacing)

Advantage for Farmers

Mustard

Direct sowing; rows 30-40 cm apart; thin after germination

Good oilseed option; relatively low input cost

Potato

Plant seed potatoes 20-25 cm apart in rows 60-70 cm apart

High demand in winter; good market price if stored well

Wheat (late sowing)

Sow seeds 20-22 cm apart; use higher seed rate

Still gives reasonable yield if sown timely in Nov in Auraiya

Gram (Chickpea)

Direct sowing; 30-45 cm row spacing

Drought tolerant; good pulse option for Auraiya

Lentil (Masoor)

Broadcast or line sowing; 25-30 cm row spacing

Requires less water; suitable for rainfed areas

Pea (Main Season)

Direct sowing; 30 cm rows; 5-7 cm plant spacing

Good source of protein; fetches good price in market

Garlic

Plant cloves 10-15 cm apart in rows 15-20 cm apart

High market value; can be stored for longer duration

Onion (Rabi)

Transplant seedlings at 10x15 cm spacing

Good returns if managed well; can be stored and sold later

Barley

Direct sowing; 22-25 cm row spacing

Requires less input; can be used for animal feed

 

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Auraiya

Radish, Spinach, Fenugreek

Cauliflower, Tomato

Diamondback Moth in Cabbage

Irrigate every 6-7 days

Ajitmal

Carrot, Turnip, Coriander

Brinjal, Chili

Aphids in Mustard

Avoid waterlogging in Potato

Bhagyanagar

Pea, Garlic

Tomato

Early Blight in Tomato

Use furrow irrigation for Potato

Bidhuna

Radish, Spinach, Carrot

Tomato, Chili

Fruit Borer in Tomato

Mulch Potato beds to conserve moisture

Erwa Kateeli

Leafy Greens, Early Pea

Cabbage, Cauliflower

Cutworms in nurseries

Sprinkler irrigation for leafy vegetables

Sahar

Spinach, Fenugreek

Tomato, Cauliflower

Whitefly in Brinjal

Light irrigation for Potato; improve drainage

Achalda

Spinach, Coriander

Brinjal, Tomato

Aphids in leafy greens

Shallow irrigation for Radish

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Achhalda Block

  • Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip
  • Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Radish and Turnip mature quickly, providing early income.
    • Transplanting Chilli and Brinjal in November allows for early yield and better market prices.
  • Advantage: Early cash crops and a head start on summer vegetables.

🌾 Ajeetmal Block

  • Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Fenugreek (Methi)
  • Transplant: Tomato, Cabbage
  • How & Why:
    • Pea and Mustard can be intercropped for additional income.
    • Tomato and Cabbage transplanting ensures good establishment before winter.
  • Advantage: Diversified income and healthy crop establishment.

🌾 Auraiya Block

  • Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Radish
  • Transplant: Cauliflower, Tomato
  • How & Why:
    • Spinach and Coriander provide quick returns in 3-4 weeks.
    • Early Cauliflower and Tomato transplanting takes advantage of favorable weather.
  • Advantage: Fast cash flow and early vegetable harvests.

🌾 Bhagyanagar Block

  • Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Mustard, Potato
  • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard and Potato are good companion crops.
    • Transplanting Brinjal and Chilli now allows for a longer growing season.
  • Advantage: Extended growing season and optimized land use.

🌾 Bidhuna Block

  • Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Garlic
  • Transplant: Cabbage, Broccoli
  • How & Why:
    • Radish and Carrot provide quick turnover and income.
    • Cabbage and Broccoli benefit from cooler temperatures for better head formation.
  • Advantage: Early cash and quality produce from Cole crops.

🌾 Erwakatra Block

  • Sow now: Pea, Spinach, Turnip
  • Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower
  • How & Why:
    • Pea fixes nitrogen in the soil, benefiting subsequent crops.
    • Transplanting Tomato and Cauliflower maximizes yield potential.
  • Advantage: Soil improvement and high yields.

🌾 Sahar Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Fenugreek (Methi), Potato
  • Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard can act as a border crop, protecting other vegetables.
    • Chilli and Brinjal benefit from the reduced pest pressure during this time.
  • Advantage: Crop protection and reduced input costs.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch for Auraiya, UP (November)

  • Crucifers (Cabbage, Cauliflower, Radish): Aphids, Diamondback Moth (DBM)
  • Peas: Pod borer, Aphids, Powdery mildew
  • Leafy greens (Spinach, Coriander, Methi): Aphids, Cutworm
  • Tomato/Brinjal/Chilli: Fruit/Shoot borer, Whitefly
  • Potato: Late Blight, Cutworm

Simple actions:

  • Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves, growing tips, and new transplants.
  • Remove and destroy infested leaves/shoots/fruits immediately.
  • Use pheromone traps for fruit/shoot borers. Keep fields clean of weeds, which can harbor pests.
  • For diseases like powdery mildew or blight, ensure good air circulation and use recommended fungicides if severe.
  • Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.

Irrigation

  • Give light irrigation every 10–15 days, or as soil starts to dry (cooler weather needs less water).
  • Water in the morning to allow plants to dry before evening, reducing disease risk and avoiding frost damage.
  • Ensure good drainage, especially in nurseries and new plantings; avoid waterlogging.
  • Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture, keep soil warm, and reduce weeds.
  • Prefer drip or furrow irrigation where possible for efficient water use, especially for potato, tomato, brinjal.

Conclusion

November in Auraiya is all about setting up a strong winter harvest:

  • Complete transplanting of main winter vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, tomato, brinjal, and chili.
  • Direct sow main season peas, radish, carrot, turnip, and popular leafy greens (spinach, fenugreek, coriander).
  • Ensure well-prepared beds with good drainage and provide light, timely irrigation for all crops.
  • Regularly monitor for early pests (like aphids) and diseases to protect young winter plants.
  • Plan for the first top-dressing (fertilizer application) for established crops to boost growth.

By focusing on timely planting of both direct-sown and transplanted crops, wisely managing water and nutrients, and protecting your plants from early threats, you’ll secure a robust and profitable winter harvest.

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