Vegetables to grow in june in Bhadohi up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide
Are you a farmer from Bhadohi, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Abholi, Aurai, Bhadohi, Deegh, Gyanpur, Suriyawan, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cowpea. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.
In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. June marks the start of the Kharif season with the onset of monsoon rains, improving soil moisture for sowing but sometimes requiring initial irrigation. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.
We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Bhadohi 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: Mango, litchi, okra, and bottle gourd 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, amaranth, and fenugreek 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 Bhadohi show a mix of standing vegetables, nurseries, new leafy sowings, and pulse/cash crops.
What to start now (June) in Bhadohi
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 September, 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 September, farmers can increase their income.
Let’s Start in june – Crop + Method + Advantage
Crop |
How to Plant (Method & Spacing) |
Advantage for Farmers in Bhadohi |
Okra (Bhindi) |
Direct sowing; rows 45 cm apart; thin to 15-20 cm |
Fast growth; harvest in 50-60 days; good market price in Bhadohi |
Cowpea (Lobia) |
Direct sowing; rows 45 cm apart; plant 2-3 seeds per spot |
Dual-purpose: vegetable & fodder; improves soil fertility in Bhadohi |
Cluster Bean (Guar) |
Direct sowing; rows 45 cm apart; keep plants 15 cm apart |
Resistant to drought; good market in Bhadohi as vegetable |
Bottle Gourd (Lauki) |
Sow seeds on raised beds; spacing 1.5m x 1m |
High yield; continuous harvest; local demand in Bhadohi |
Bitter Gourd (Karela) |
Sow seeds on raised beds; spacing 1.5m x 1m |
Medicinal value; good market price in Bhadohi |
Sponge Gourd (Turai) |
Sow seeds on raised beds; spacing 1.5m x 1m |
Fast growing; continuous yield; popular in Bhadohi markets |
Chilli (Nursery → Transplant) |
Raise nursery; transplant at 45 x 45 cm |
High returns; continuous harvest; essential in Bhadohi cuisine |
Ladies finger (Okra) |
Direct sowing at 45cm X 30cm |
Fast growth in bhadohi climate |
Green Gram (Moong) |
Direct Sowing at 30cm row spacing |
Short duration crop; improves soil health for Bhadohi farmers |
Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)
Block |
Sow Now |
Transplant |
Pest Watch |
Irrigation Tip |
Suriyawan |
Okra, Bottle Gourd |
Chili, Tomato |
Fruit fly in cucurbits |
Light irrigation, avoid waterlogging |
Gyanpur |
Cucumber, Amaranthus |
Brinjal, Tomato |
Aphids, Jassids in Okra |
Check soil moisture regularly |
Aurai |
Cowpea, Cluster Bean |
Chili, Brinjal |
Early blight in Tomato |
Drip irrigation recommended |
Bhadohi |
Okra, Sponge Gourd |
Tomato, Chili |
Shoot and Fruit Borer in Brinjal |
Ensure proper drainage |
Deegh |
Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd |
Brinjal, Cabbage |
Whitefly in vegetables |
Water during dry spells |
Chauri |
Amaranthus, Spinach |
Tomato, Cauliflower |
Leaf miners in cucurbits |
Avoid over-watering seedlings |
Roopapur |
Cucumber, Bitter Gourd |
Brinjal |
Thrips in Chili |
Irrigate at critical stages |
Jagannathpur |
Cowpea, Lady Finger |
Tomato |
Powdery mildew in gourds |
Mulch to conserve moisture |
Gopiganj |
Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin |
Cabbage, Brinjal |
Diamondback moth in cabbage |
Provide sufficient irrigation |
Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)
🌾 Abholi Block
- Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd
- Nursery: Chili, Brinjal, Tomato
- How & Why:
- These vegetables perform well in Bhadohi's June climate.
- Start nurseries for timely transplanting in July.
- Advantage: High demand for summer vegetables = good profit.
🌾 Aurai Block
- Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Watermelon, Muskmelon
- Prepare land: For July planting of cucurbits.
- How & Why:
- Cucurbits are well adapted to the sandy loam soil of Aurai.
- Ensure proper drainage during the monsoon.
- Advantage: Watermelon & Muskmelon provide early season income.
🌾 Bhadohi Block
- Sow now: Okra, Cowpea (Lobia), Cluster Bean (Guar)
- Nursery: Tomato, Brinjal, Chili
- How & Why:
- Legumes like cowpea and cluster bean improve soil fertility.
- Prepare seedlings for transplanting after the first monsoon showers.
- Advantage: Soil health improvement + vegetable production.
🌾 Deegh Block
- Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd
- Prepare land: For Turmeric and Ginger planting in July.
- How & Why:
- These vegetables thrive in Deegh's relatively humid conditions.
- Prepare raised beds for turmeric and ginger to prevent waterlogging.
- Advantage: Diversification with spices = additional income stream.
🌾 Gyanpur Block
- Sow now: Okra, Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cucumber
- Nursery: Early Cauliflower, Cabbage
- How & Why:
- Amaranthus provides quick returns in a short time.
- Start nurseries for winter vegetables to get a head start.
- Advantage: Quick cash + early winter vegetable crop.
🌾 Suriyawan Block
- Sow now: Okra, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd
- Prepare land: For planting of Kharif Onion.
- How & Why:
- These vegetables suit the Suriyawan's soil and climate.
- Prepare land for kharif onion to capture the market in off-season.
- Advantage: Good returns from gourds + off-season onion production.
Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips
Key pests to watch (Bhadohi, June)
- Okra: Jassids, Fruit borer, Whitefly
- Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red pumpkin beetle, Downy mildew
- Tomato/Brinjal/Chilli: Whitefly, Jassids, Fruit borer
- Leafy greens (if grown): Aphids, Leaf miners
Simple actions:
- Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips, especially for curled leaves.
- Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves promptly.
- 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 (Bhadohi, June)
- Irrigate every 3-5 days if no rain, based on soil moisture, due to heat.
- Ensure good drainage; avoid waterlogging, especially with early monsoon showers.
- Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and keep soil cool.
- Prefer drip or furrow irrigation where possible for efficient water use in gourds and tomato.
Conclusion
June in Bhadohi is all about embracing the monsoon and planning ahead:
- Prepare fields thoroughly, ensuring good drainage for the rainy season.
- Direct sow monsoon vegetables like okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, sponge gourd, cowpea, and cluster bean for good yield.
- Start nurseries for long-duration winter crops such as chilli, brinjal, and early cauliflower/cabbage.
- Stay alert for weeds that thrive in rain and actively manage them.
- Regularly check for pests and diseases, especially fungal infections, and take timely preventive measures.
If you follow these steps block-wise—preparing for the monsoon, sowing timely Kharif crops for steady income, and raising nurseries for future winter vegetables—you’ll ensure a robust and profitable farming season in Bhadohi.