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

Are you a farmer from Basti, Uttar Pradesh (UP)? In November, in blocks like Bahadurpur, Bangaon, Basti Sadar, Bhanpur, Dubaliya, Gaura, Harraiya, Kaptanganj, Kudraha, Mahuadabar, Parsurampur, Ramnagar, Saidanagar, Semariyawaan, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Paddy, Sugarcane, Potato, Cauliflower, Radish, Carrot. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Onion, Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cabbage, Cauliflower.

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 after the monsoon's withdrawal, so ensuring good soil moisture through pre-sowing irrigation is crucial for germination. So your planning now will decide your profits in January–February.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Basti 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, maize, sugarcane, and pigeonpea are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  • Nursery beds: Cauliflower, cabbage, tomato, and brinjal 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: Mustard and lentil continue in suitable areas.

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

What to start now (November) in Basti

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 November, 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 November, farmers in Basti 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 20 days

Good oilseed crop; stable market price in Basti

Potato

Plant tubers 20 cm apart in rows 60 cm apart

High demand in Basti; good storage capability

Wheat

Sow seeds 5-6 cm deep in rows 20 cm apart

Staple crop; assured price and demand in local markets of Basti

Chickpea (Chana)

Direct sowing; 45 cm row spacing; plant 8-10 cm deep

Nitrogen fixing crop; improves soil health in Basti region

Lentil (Masoor)

Direct sowing on a well-prepared seedbed; 30 cm rows

Short duration crop; fits well in Basti's cropping system

Pea

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

Good market price in Basti during winter months

Garlic

Plant cloves 15 cm apart in rows 20 cm apart

High value spice crop; good demand in Basti markets

Onion (Nursery → Transplant)

Raise nursery; transplant at 15 × 10 cm

Good returns in Basti; can be stored for later sale

Radish

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

Quick yield; popular vegetable in Basti during winter

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Basti Sadar

Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi), Radish

Tomato, Chilli, Cauliflower

Early blight in Tomato, Diamondback Moth in Cabbage

Irrigate when topsoil feels dry to touch

Bahadurpur

Carrot, Turnip, Coriander

Brinjal, Cabbage

Aphids in Mustard, Fruit Borer in Brinjal

Ensure proper drainage to avoid root rot

Saltaua Gopalpur

Pea, Garlic, Onion

Tomato, Chilli

Thrips in Onion, Powdery Mildew in Pea

Use drip irrigation for efficient water use

Bankati

Radish, Spinach, Fenugreek

Tomato, Chilli

Leaf Curl Virus in Chilli, Whiteflies in Brinjal

Mulch to retain soil moisture and regulate temperature

Parasrampur

Leafy Greens (Palak, Methi), Early Pea

Cabbage, Cauliflower, Brinjal

Cutworms in nurseries, Mustard Aphids

Avoid over-watering; irrigate early morning

Vikramjot

Spinach, Fenugreek, Radish

Cauliflower, Cabbage

Diamondback Moth in Cauliflower

Light irrigation; check soil moisture regularly

Harraiya

Coriander, Spinach

Brinjal, Tomato

Aphids in leafy vegetables

Water in furrows to prevent fungal diseases

Rudhauli

Turnip, Carrot, Spinach

Tomato

Fruit fly in cucurbits, Powdery mildew

Apply organic mulch; irrigate every 7-10 days

Soniawa

Fenugreek, Radish, Coriander

Cabbage, Brinjal

Shoot and Fruit Borer in Brinjal

Irrigate seedlings every 3-4 days

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bahadurpur Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Timely sowing of mustard ensures good yield and oil content.
    • Potato and pea sowing should be completed for optimal growth during winter.
  • Advantage: Maximized yield potential through timely action.

🌾 Bangaon Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard and potato can withstand cooler temperatures when sown early.
    • Early wheat sowing can escape terminal heat stress.
  • Advantage: Better crop health and reduced pest incidence.

🌾 Basti Sadar Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Utilize residual moisture by sowing mustard and potato.
    • Prepare nursery beds for early summer vegetables.
  • Advantage: Effective utilization of resources and higher yields.

🌾 Bhanpur Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Planting potato and pea now avoids frost damage later.
    • Prepare seedlings for off-season vegetable cultivation.
  • Advantage: Reduced risk of crop damage and increased profitability.

🌾 Dubaliya Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard and wheat planting should coincide with rainfall events.
    • Ensure optimal seedbed preparation for tomatoes and chillies.
  • Advantage: Better water utilization and improved crop establishment.

🌾 Gaura Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Timely sowing of mustard and wheat minimizes pest attacks.
    • Prepare seedbeds for transplanting tomatoes and chillies.
  • Advantage: Lower input costs and higher net returns.

🌾 Harraiya Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Sow mustard and potato using appropriate spacing to maximize yield.
    • Ensure soil solarization for disease-free seedlings.
  • Advantage: Disease-free crop establishment and higher productivity.

🌾 Kaptanganj Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Sowing mustard and wheat before temperature drops significantly improves growth.
    • Prepare nursery for next season’s vegetables.
  • Advantage: Enhanced growth and better planning for future crops.

🌾 Kudraha Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Sow mustard and potato using recommended varieties for Basti region.
    • Start preparing nursery for summer vegetable crops.
  • Advantage: Optimized variety selection and better planning for future planting.

🌾 Mahuadabar Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Timely mustard and wheat sowing helps in efficient use of water.
    • Prepare disease-free seedbeds for tomato and chilli.
  • Advantage: Water conservation and healthier plants.

🌾 Parsurampur Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Early potato and pea sowing ensures good yield and market price.
    • Ensure proper irrigation for healthy seedling growth.
  • Advantage: Better market value and successful early growth.

🌾 Ramnagar Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Plant mustard and wheat to avoid late season frost.
    • Prepare beds for transplanting during the cooler part of the day.
  • Advantage: Reduced frost damage and healthier transplants.

🌾 Saidanagar Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Sowing mustard and wheat maximizes yield before peak winter.
    • Prepare well-drained seedbeds to avoid damping-off.
  • Advantage: High yield potential and disease prevention.

🌾 Semariyawaan Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Wheat
  • Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard and wheat crops are less susceptible to pests when sown early.
    • Proper seedbed preparation enhances seedling survival.
  • Advantage: Pest resistance and better plant survival rates.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

  • Leafy greens (Spinach, Coriander): Aphids, Cutworm
  • Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, Aphids
  • Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Shoot borer (Brinjal)
  • Peas: Pod borer, Powdery mildew

Simple actions:

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

Irrigation

  • Give light irrigation every 8–12 days, adjusting for soil type and crop needs (soil-moisture based).
  • Water in the morning hours to allow foliage to dry, reducing fungal risks.
  • Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  • Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for winter vegetables like cabbage, tomato, peas where possible.

Conclusion

November in Basti is crucial for setting up your winter harvest:

  • Finish planting main winter crops like potato, onion, and garlic.
  • Transplant late cauliflower, cabbage, tomato, and brinjal nursery plants.
  • Direct sow root vegetables (carrot, radish) and leafy greens (spinach, methi, coriander) for continuous harvest.
  • Ensure timely irrigation for growing crops and new transplants.
  • Stay vigilant against common winter pests and diseases like aphids and blight.

By focusing on these steps—establishing your main winter crops, ensuring good plant health, and timely care—you’ll secure a strong, profitable harvest through the cold months.

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