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

Are you a farmer from Bahraich, up (UP)? In July, in blocks like Bahraich, Balha, Chittaura, Fakharpur, Huzoorpur, Jarwal, Kaiserganj, Mahasi, Mihinpurwa, Nawabganj, Payagpur, Risia, Shivpur, Visheshwarganj, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cucumber, Cowpea. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This is the peak of the Kharif season with active monsoons, so soil moisture is generally good, but ensure proper drainage to avoid waterlogging. So your planning now will decide your profits in October–November.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Bahraich 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: Rice, maize, pigeon pea, and groundnut are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Cauliflower, cabbage, brinjal, and tomato seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, fenugreek, and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urad and sugarcane continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (July) in Bahraich

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Spinach, 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 tomato, brinjal, chili, cabbage, and cauliflower. By month-end, seedlings will be ready for transplanting.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting ensures good yield and better market price.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant tomato and chili seedlings from nurseries, especially late-sown or hybrid varieties that can withstand cold and give longer harvest.

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

Early pea (for premium price):
In the last week of July, some farmers sow early peas.
✅ Benefit – Early harvest fetches almost double the price compared to late-sown peas.

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

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bahraich Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), bottle gourd (Lauki), bitter gourd (Karela), ridge gourd (Turai)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Baingan), chilli (Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables thrive in the monsoon season with proper drainage.
  • Early sowing ensures better yield and market price.
    
• Advantage: High demand for monsoon vegetables = good income.
  

🌾 Balha Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), cowpea (Lobia), cluster bean (Guar)
• Transplant: Tomato, chilli (Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • Cowpea and cluster bean fix nitrogen in the soil, benefiting subsequent crops.
  • Tomato and chilli transplanting ensures timely harvest.
    
• Advantage: Soil health improvement + profitable vegetables = sustainable income.
  

🌾 Chittaura Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd (Lauki), sponge gourd (Ghiya), pumpkin (Kaddu)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Baingan), capsicum (Shimla Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are well-suited to the local climate and soil conditions.
  • Brinjal and capsicum benefit from early transplanting in July.
    
• Advantage: Climate-resilient vegetables + steady market demand = reliable income.
  

🌾 Fakharpur Block

• Sow now: Cucumber (Kheera), bitter gourd (Karela), round gourd (Tinda)
• Transplant: Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumber and bitter gourd provide quick returns in the early monsoon.
  • Cauliflower transplanting ensures a good crop in the cooler months.
    
• Advantage: Quick income + seasonal vegetable production = diversified income.
  

🌾 Huzoorpur Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), ridge gourd (Turai), ash gourd (Petha)
• Transplant: Tomato, chilli (Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables perform well with the heavy rainfall during monsoon season.
  • Early transplanting leads to better establishment and higher yields.
    
• Advantage: High yielding varieties + favorable weather conditions = increased profitability.
  

🌾 Jarwal Block

• Sow now: Cowpea (Lobia), cluster bean (Guar), French bean (Sem)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Baingan)
• How & Why:
  
  • Legumes enrich the soil and provide a source of protein-rich vegetables.
  • Brinjal transplanting helps in establishing a strong root system.
    
• Advantage: Soil enrichment + nutritious vegetables = sustainable farming practices.
  

🌾 Kaiserganj Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd (Lauki), sponge gourd (Ghiya), bitter gourd (Karela)
• Transplant: Capsicum (Shimla Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These gourds are well-adapted to the local climate and require minimal inputs.
  • Capsicum transplanting benefits from the moderate temperatures in July.
    
• Advantage: Low-input farming + profitable vegetables = increased net income.
  

🌾 Mahasi Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), cucumber (Kheera), pumpkin (Kaddu)
• Transplant: Tomato, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and cucumber are fast-growing and provide a quick return on investment.
  • Tomato and cauliflower transplanting ensures a good yield in the coming season.
    
• Advantage: Fast-growing vegetables + seasonal crop = balanced income stream.
  

🌾 Mihinpurwa Block

• Sow now: Cowpea (Lobia), cluster bean (Guar), ridge gourd (Turai)
• Transplant: Chilli (Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are relatively drought-tolerant and suitable for rain-fed areas.
  • Chilli transplanting benefits from the consistent moisture levels in July.
    
• Advantage: Drought-resistant crops + profitable vegetables = resilient farming system.
  

🌾 Nawabganj Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd (Lauki), sponge gourd (Ghiya), ash gourd (Petha)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Baingan), capsicum (Shimla Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are easy to grow and have a long shelf life, reducing post-harvest losses.
  • Brinjal and capsicum benefit from transplanting in well-prepared beds.
    
• Advantage: Reduced losses + high-value vegetables = enhanced profitability.
  

🌾 Payagpur Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), cucumber (Kheera), bitter gourd (Karela)
• Transplant: Tomato, chilli (Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables have a high demand in the local market and fetch good prices.
  • Tomato and chilli transplanting ensures a continuous supply of vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Market-oriented crops + steady supply = increased income potential.
  

🌾 Risia Block

• Sow now: Cowpea (Lobia), cluster bean (Guar), French bean (Sem)
• Transplant: Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Legumes improve soil fertility and reduce the need for chemical fertilizers.
  • Cauliflower transplanting ensures a good crop in the winter months.
    
• Advantage: Sustainable farming + reduced input costs = higher net profit.
  

🌾 Shivpur Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd (Lauki), sponge gourd (Ghiya), pumpkin (Kaddu)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Baingan)
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are easy to cultivate and require minimal maintenance.
  • Brinjal transplanting allows for better plant spacing and management.
    
• Advantage: Low-maintenance crops + efficient farming practices = increased productivity.
  

🌾 Visheshwarganj Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), ridge gourd (Turai), ash gourd (Petha)
• Transplant: Capsicum (Shimla Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are well-suited to the local climate and soil conditions of Visheshwarganj.
  • Capsicum transplanting ensures a high-quality crop for the market.
    
• Advantage: Climate-smart crops + high-value vegetable = reliable and profitable farming.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, jassids, whitefly, Yellow Vein Mosaic Virus
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Downy mildew, Powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, leaf miners, cutworm, damping-off
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, shoot borer, whitefly, Early Blight
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves/plants immediately.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects and keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Crucially, ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially during heavy rains.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation

• During monsoon (July), irrigate only if there's a long dry spell. Check soil moisture daily.
  
• Ensure excellent drainage in fields and nurseries to prevent waterlogging and root rot.
  
• Consider planting on raised beds for crops prone to waterlogging.
  
• Mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) helps suppress weeds and regulate soil temperature.
  

Conclusion

July in Bahraich is all about smart monsoon farming:

• Plant quick-growing rainy season vegetables like Bhindi (Okra) and gourds.
• Start short-duration leafy greens such as Amaranth and Palak for early income.
• Raise and transplant nurseries for early cauliflower, brinjal, and rainy season tomatoes at the right time.
• Ensure excellent drainage in your fields to prevent waterlogging.
• Keep a close eye on monsoon pests and diseases, acting quickly to control them.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—short-duration greens for cash flow, medium/long-duration vegetables for stability, and careful monsoon management for crop health—you’ll secure good yields and set a strong foundation for the coming seasons.