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

Are you a farmer from Ayodhya, up (UP)? In November, in blocks like Amaniganj, Bikapur, Gosainganj, Hariyangtonj, Kumarganj, Maharajganj, Mawai, Mayabazar, Milkipur, Pura Bazar, Sohawal, Tarun, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Sugarcane, Paddy (late varieties), Potato, Cauliflower, Brinjal. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Onion, Cabbage, Capsicum, Chilli.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Radish are also being sown. November marks the peak of the Rabi sowing season, making it crucial to use the available soil moisture and plan for timely irrigation. So your planning now will decide your profits in January–February.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Ayodhya 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: Paddy, sugarcane, and early cauliflower are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  • Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chilli, and cabbage 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 pigeon pea (arhar) continue in suitable areas.

👉 Overall, in early november, fields in Ayodhya 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, Chickpea, Lentil, Mustard, Barley, Wheat.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely sowing, which is critical for winter crops in Ayodhya-up.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Onion seedlings in the nursery should be prepared in November for transplanting in December-January.
✅ Benefit – Healthy seedlings ready for transplanting lead to better crop establishment and yield in Ayodhya.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant the late season cauliflower and cabbage seedlings in the main field if the seedlings are ready.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting of these crops leads to better head formation and yield in Ayodhya.

Vegetable crops:
Farmers in Ayodhya-up can start planting root vegetables like radish, carrot, and turnip.
✅ Benefit – These crops mature quickly and can provide an early source of income.

Potato:
Farmers can continue planting potato in November. Ensure proper spacing and use disease-free seeds.
✅ Benefit – November is the ideal time for potato planting in Ayodhya-up to maximize yield.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and suitable crops in November, farmers in Ayodhya-up 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 30-45 cm apart; thin after 20 days

Good oilseed crop; suitable for rainfed conditions in Ayodhya

Chickpea (Gram)

Sow in rows 30-45 cm apart; ensure good soil moisture

Major pulse crop; drought-tolerant; good market price in Ayodhya

Lentil (Masoor)

Broadcast or line sowing; 20-30 cm row spacing

Short duration crop; fits well in rotations; local demand in Ayodhya

Barley

Direct sowing; 22.5 cm row spacing

Requires less water, can tolerate alkalinity; demand in local markets of Ayodhya

Potato

Plant seed tubers at 60 cm x 20 cm spacing on ridges

High yielding; good price in winter months in Ayodhya

Pea (Late Sowing)

Direct sowing; 30 cm rows; use higher seed rate

Provides green pods for vegetable use in Ayodhya

Wheat (Late Sown)

Sow with zero tillage or after light irrigation; use high seed rate

Can still provide reasonable yields; important staple crop for Ayodhya

Radish

Direct sowing; 30 cm row spacing; thin to 5–8 cm between plants

Early harvest (40–45 days); good winter demand in Ayodhya

Carrot

Direct sowing on a fine, crumbly seedbed; 30 cm rows

Good price in Dec-Jan markets of Ayodhya

Garlic

Plant cloves 15 cm x 7.5 cm apart

Good cash crop; demand in local markets of Ayodhya

 

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Ayodhya

Spinach, Fenugreek, Radish

Tomato, Chili, Cauliflower

Aphids, Whiteflies

Irrigate every 7-10 days

Bikapur

Carrot, Turnip, Coriander

Brinjal, Cabbage

Diamondback Moth (DBM) on Cabbage

Check soil moisture, irrigate as needed

Milkipur

Pea, Mustard

Tomato, Brinjal

Early blight on Tomato

Avoid overwatering

Sohawal

Radish, Spinach, Garlic

Chili, Tomato

Thrips on Chili

Use drip irrigation

Masodha

Leafy Greens, Pea

Cabbage, Cauliflower

Cutworms

Light irrigation; avoid waterlogging

Pura Bazar

Spinach, Fenugreek

Cauliflower

Whitefly

Improve drainage

Tarun

Coriander

Brinjal

Aphids

Shallow irrigation

Amawan

Carrot, Turnip

Tomato

Fruit fly

Weekly irrigation

Haidarganj

Fenugreek, Coriander

Cabbage

Shoot borer

Check moisture, irrigate accordingly

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Amaniganj Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Garlic, Onion
  • Transplant: Tomato, Chili, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard acts as a good rotation crop and provides oilseed.
    • Potato, garlic, onion gives high returns in Ayodhya market.
    • Transplanting tomato, chili, brinjal now ensures harvest before severe winter.
  • Advantage: Diversified income + protection from market fluctuations in Ayodhya.

🌾 Bikapur Block

  • Sow now: Pea, Gram (Chickpea), Lentil
  • Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
  • How & Why:
    • Pulses (pea, gram, lentil) improve soil fertility.
    • Cauliflower and cabbage transplanting maximizes yield and quality.
  • Advantage: Soil health improvement + higher yields = better income for Bikapur farmers.

🌾 Gosainganj Block

  • Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip
  • Transplant: Tomato Seedlings
  • How & Why:
    • Root vegetables grow well in sandy loam soil of Gosainganj.
    • Early tomato transplant for good market price during off-season in Ayodhya.
  • Advantage: Higher prices due to early harvest + good soil = maximized profit.

🌾 Hariyangtonj Block

  • Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi), Coriander
  • Transplant: Chili Seedlings
  • How & Why:
    • Quick-growing leafy vegetables provide fast income.
    • Chili transplant for early yield and good market rate in Ayodhya.
  • Advantage: Continuous income stream + early market advantage = financial security.

🌾 Kumarganj Block

  • Sow now: Barley, Oats
  • Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower Seedlings
  • How & Why:
    • Barley and oats are good fodder crops for livestock.
    • Cabbage and cauliflower thrive in the cooler climate of Kumarganj.
  • Advantage: Fodder for livestock + quality vegetables = integrated farming benefits.

🌾 Maharajganj Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Linseed
  • Transplant: Brinjal, Tomato Seedlings
  • How & Why:
    • Oilseed crops provide good income and nutritional security.
    • Early transplanting of brinjal and tomato ensures better yield in Maharajganj.
  • Advantage: Stable income + nutritional security = improved livelihood.

🌾 Mawai Block

  • Sow now: Potato, Pea
  • Transplant: Tomato Seedlings
  • How & Why:
    • Potato and pea are high-value crops in Mawai Block.
    • Transplanting tomato early provides good market prices in Ayodhya.
  • Advantage: High-value crops + early market advantage = increased profit.

🌾 Mayabazar Block

  • Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Spinach
  • Transplant: Chili, Brinjal Seedlings
  • How & Why:
    • Quick-growing leafy vegetables generate fast income.
    • Early transplant of chili and brinjal for increased yield.
  • Advantage: Quick returns + higher yields = stable income.

🌾 Milkipur Block

  • Sow now: Garlic, Onion
  • Transplant: Cauliflower Seedlings
  • How & Why:
    • Garlic and onion are important cash crops in Ayodhya.
    • Early cauliflower transplant leads to better quality and price in Milkipur market.
  • Advantage: High-value cash crops + quality produce = maximum profit.

🌾 Pura Bazar Block

  • Sow now: Radish, Carrot
  • Transplant: Tomato Seedlings
  • How & Why:
    • Root vegetables are well-suited to Pura Bazar soil.
    • Early tomato transplanting ensures harvest before severe winter in Ayodhya.
  • Advantage: Suitable crops + early yield = optimized returns.

🌾 Sohawal Block

  • Sow now: Lentil, Gram (Chickpea)
  • Transplant: Cabbage Seedlings
  • How & Why:
    • Pulses improve soil health and provide nutritional security.
    • Cabbage thrives in cooler climate of Sohawal.
  • Advantage: Improved soil + nutritional benefits = sustainable farming.

🌾 Tarun Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato
  • Transplant: Brinjal Seedlings
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard is a good oilseed crop for Tarun farmers.
    • Potato provides substantial income in Ayodhya market.
    • Early transplanting of brinjal leads to a successful crop.
  • Advantage: Stable income + good returns = improved livelihood.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

  • Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, Cabbage butterfly, Aphids
  • Tomato/Brinjal/Potato: Fruit borer, Leaf miner, Early blight
  • Pea/Leafy greens (Spinach, Coriander): Aphids, Powdery mildew
  • Onion/Garlic: Thrips, Purple blotch

Simple actions:

  • Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  • Remove and destroy infested plants/leaves/fruits promptly.
  • Use pheromone traps for borers/fruit flies and keep fields clean of weeds.
  • Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.

Irrigation

  • Give irrigation based on soil moisture, typically every 8-12 days for most vegetables as temperatures drop.
  • Avoid waterlogging; ensure good drainage, especially for winter crops.
  • Mulching with dry leaves/straw/plastic is highly recommended to save moisture and regulate soil temperature.
  • Prefer drip or furrow irrigation where possible for efficient water use.

Conclusion

November in Ayodhya is all about smart planning:

  • Finish harvesting of any remaining late warm-season crops.
  • Sow quick winter greens like spinach, fenugreek, and coriander for early cash.
  • Transplant winter vegetable seedlings: cabbage, cauliflower, tomato, and brinjal.
  • Plant main-season pea varieties and root crops like radish and carrot.
  • Keep a close eye on winter pests; provide light, timely irrigation for young plants.

If you follow these steps—quick-growing greens for early income, sturdy winter vegetables for stability, and timely pea/root crops for market demand—you’ll enter and sustain a strong, steady, and profitable winter season.

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