Vegetables to grow in june in Baghpat up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Baghpat, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Baghpat, Baraut, Binoli, Chhaprauli, Khekra, Pilana, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Muskmelon. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal, early Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. June marks the beginning of the Kharif season with the arrival of the monsoon, so while soil moisture is improving, timely irrigation May be needed until the rains become regular. So your planning now will decide your profits in August–September.

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

What fields typically look like early june

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, mango, and bottle gourd are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Okra, brinjal, chili, and tomato seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, fenugreek, and amaranth sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea and groundnut continue in suitable upland areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (June)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia), Cluster Bean (Guar), Cucumber, Bitter Gourd, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Pumpkin, and Watermelon.
✅ Benefit – These vegetables grow well in warm weather and provide a good yield in Baghpat.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early Kharif crops like Chilli, Brinjal, and Tomato. This will ensure timely availability of seedlings for transplanting in Baghpat.
✅ Benefit – Starting nurseries now ensures seedlings are ready when the monsoon arrives.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early paddy seedlings in the main field, ensuring sufficient water availability. Transplanting of vegetables like Chilli and Brinjal can also be done with proper irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Early transplanting can result in better crop establishment before the monsoon season fully sets in Baghpat.

Intercropping:
Consider intercropping maize or sorghum with pulses like Moong or Urdbean in Baghpat.
✅ Benefit – This maximizes land utilization and provides additional income.

Fodder crops:
Sow fodder crops like Maize and Sorghum for livestock in Baghpat.
✅ Benefit – Ensures availability of green fodder during the rainy season.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, intercropping, and fodder crops in June, farmers in Baghpat can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Baghpat Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Okra, Cluster Beans
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables thrive in the hot and humid climate of Baghpat in June.
  • Ensure proper irrigation and drainage for optimal growth.
    
• Advantage: High demand for these vegetables in local markets during this period.
  

🌾 Baraut Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Pumpkin, Sponge Gourd
• Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumbers and pumpkins grow quickly in the June heat.
  • Transplanting tomatoes and capsicum ensures a longer harvesting period.
    
• Advantage: Timely sowing and transplanting lead to higher yields.
  

🌾 Binoli Block

• Sow now: Amaranth, Cowpea
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranth and cowpea are nutritious and fast-growing options.
  • Prepare seedlings for cauliflower and cabbage for the upcoming season.
    
• Advantage: Diversification of crops and preparation for the next season.
  

🌾 Chhaprauli Block

• Sow now: Ladyfinger, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Ladyfinger and ridge gourd are well-suited for the Baghpat climate in June.
  • Transplant chilli and brinjal seedlings for a good start.
    
• Advantage: Reliable crops with consistent market demand.
  

🌾 Khekra Block

• Sow now: Tinda, Round Gourd
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Tinda and round gourd are popular summer vegetables in the region.
  • Transplant tomatoes and chilli for a healthy and productive crop.
    
• Advantage: Unique vegetables fetching good prices in the market.
  

🌾 Pilana Block

• Sow now: Maize (for fodder), Green Gram
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Maize provides fodder for livestock, and green gram is a valuable pulse crop.
  • Transplant brinjal seedlings for a good harvest later in the season.
    
• Advantage: Dual benefit of fodder and pulse production, along with vegetable cultivation.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch for Baghpat, UP (June)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Powdery mildew (early June), Downy mildew (late June)
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners, Cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Shoot borer, Whitefly
  
  

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 for Baghpat, UP (June)

• **Early June (pre-monsoon):** Water regularly, every 3-5 days if no rain, checking soil moisture.
  
• **Mid-Late June (monsoon onset):** Reduce irrigation as monsoon showers begin. Focus on ensuring proper drainage to prevent waterlogging.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries and fields; ensure good drainage.
  
• Mulching helps retain moisture during dry spells and suppress weeds.
  
• Use drip or furrow irrigation where feasible to save water and manage moisture effectively.
  

Conclusion

June in Baghpat is crucial for a strong Kharif start:

• Prepare fields thoroughly for Kharif crops, focusing on good drainage for the monsoon.
  
• Begin direct sowing of monsoon vegetables like bitter gourd, bottle gourd, sponge gourd, and ridge gourd.
  
• Plant lady's finger (Bhindi) and cluster beans (Guar) for early monsoon harvest.
  
• If monsoon is delayed, provide light irrigation and protect young plants from heat stress.
  
• Keep a close eye on early monsoon pests and diseases, and take preventive measures.
  
  

By focusing on timely field preparation, strategic sowing of monsoon-hardy vegetables, and smart water management, you'll set a strong foundation for a profitable Kharif season.