Vegetables to grow in august in Bijnor up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Bijnor, up (UP)? In August, in blocks like Afzalgarh, Bijnor, Budhanpur, Chandpur, Dhampur, Haldaur, Jalalabad, Kiratpur, Mohammadpur Deomal, Nagina, Najibabad, Nurpur, Seohara, Sherkot, Swaheri, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cluster Beans. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brinjal, Chilli.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. August is a peak Kharif and monsoon month with high soil moisture, so managing water drainage is more critical than irrigation. So your planning now will decide your profits in October–November.

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

What fields typically look like early august

  • Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, paddy rice, okra, and maize 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, fenugreek, and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  • Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea and groundnut continue in suitable areas.

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

What to start now (August)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cowpea (Lobia), Cluster Bean (Guar), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Spinach (Palak).
✅ Benefit – These crops thrive in the monsoon season and provide a quick yield.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early cauliflower and cabbage. Seedlings will be ready for transplanting by the end of August or early September.
✅ Benefit – Starting early gives a head start and better market prices later on.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
If seedlings are ready, transplant early varieties of cabbage and cauliflower.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting ensures optimal growth before the winter sets in.

Vegetable Seedlings:
Brinjal, Tomato, Chilli.
✅ Benefit – Growing in polyhouse will protect from adverse weather conditions and give better yield.

Other crops:
Sugarcane: Continue planting sugarcane.
Rice: Monitor rice crops for pests and diseases.
✅ Benefit – Regular monitoring helps in preventing significant yield loss.

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

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

Crop

How to Plant (Method & Spacing)

Advantage for Farmers

Okra (Bhindi)

Direct sowing; rows 45-60 cm apart; 2 seeds per hill

Fast growth; good market price in Bijnor

Cowpea (Lobia)

Direct sowing; rows 45 cm apart, plant spacing 15cm

Nitrogen fixation; fodder + vegetable in Bijnor

Cluster Bean (Gwar)

Direct sowing; rows 30-45 cm apart

Drought-resistant; good for Bijnor's climate

Sponge Gourd (Turai)

Sow seeds 60 cm apart on raised beds

High yield; fetches good price in local markets

Bitter Gourd (Karela)

Sow seeds 60 cm apart on raised beds/trellis

Medicinal value; continuous harvest possible

Bottle Gourd (Lauki)

Sow seeds 60 cm apart, support with trellis

Easy to grow; regular income in Bijnor

Maize (Makka)

Direct sowing; rows 60 cm apart, plant spacing 20cm

Fodder + grain option; good for livestock

Pigeon Pea (Arhar)

Sowing with 60 cm row spacing, intercropped with maize

Pulses for home and market

Sugarcane (early planting)

Plant setts in prepared furrows

Main crop of Bijnor; early planting for better yields

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Afzalgarh

Spinach, Fenugreek, Radish

Cauliflower, Tomato

Leaf Miners, Whiteflies

Irrigate at vegetative stage

Bijnor

Coriander, Radish

Brinjal, Cabbage

Aphids, Jassids

Check moisture level regularly

Chandpur

Spinach, Carrot

Tomato

Early Blight, Fruit Rot

Avoid over-irrigation

Dhampur

Radish, Turnip

Chili

Thrips, Mites

Water deeply but infrequently

Haldaur

Fenugreek, Mustard

Cabbage, Brinjal

Diamondback Moth, Cutworms

Use drip irrigation for efficiency

Jhalu

Spinach, Coriander

Cauliflower, Tomato

Whitefly, Aphids

Ensure proper drainage

Kiratpur

Coriander, Methi

Brinjal

Fruit Borer, Shoot Borer

Water in the morning

Kotwali

Carrot, Radish

Tomato

Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew

Mulch to retain moisture

Najibabad

Fenugreek, Spinach

Cabbage

Cabbage Butterfly, Aphids

Avoid waterlogging

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Afzalgarh Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd
  • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
  • How & Why:
    • Okra and Cowpea provide quick yield within 45-60 days.
    • Brinjal and Chilli transplants benefit from the warm, humid weather.
  • Advantage: Diversified income, utilize monsoon rains effectively.

🌾 Bijnor Block

  • Sow now: Amaranthus, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd
  • Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum
  • How & Why:
    • Amaranthus grows rapidly, providing a quick turnover.
    • Timely transplanting of Tomato and Capsicum ensures good yield and quality.
  • Advantage: Early harvest, less pest incidence due to monsoon.

🌾 Budhanpur Block

  • Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Radish
  • Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
  • How & Why:
    • Spinach and Coriander offer a quick cash crop cycle.
    • Cauliflower and Cabbage transplants benefit from cooler evenings.
  • Advantage: Increased cropping intensity, better returns.

🌾 Chandpur Block

  • Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Ridge Gourd
  • Transplant: Brinjal, Tomato
  • How & Why:
    • Gourds utilize vertical space, maximizing land use.
    • Brinjal and Tomato benefit from the monsoon climate.
  • Advantage: Higher productivity, optimal land utilization.

🌾 Dhampur Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Cluster Bean
  • Transplant: Chilli, Capsicum
  • How & Why:
    • Okra and Cowpea mature quickly, adding to income.
    • Chilli and Capsicum transplants capitalize on the monsoon season.
  • Advantage: Enhanced income potential, effective utilization of resources.

🌾 Haldaur Block

  • Sow now: Amaranthus, Cucumber, Pumpkin
  • Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower
  • How & Why:
    • Amaranthus gives fast returns, maximizing short-term gains.
    • Tomato and Cauliflower transplants take advantage of the monsoon.
  • Advantage: Higher income generation, crop diversification.

🌾 Jalalabad Block

  • Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek
  • Transplant: Brinjal, Cabbage
  • How & Why:
    • Spinach and Coriander provide a quick cash flow.
    • Brinjal and Cabbage transplants yield well in the monsoon conditions.
  • Advantage: Increased revenue, efficient land use.

🌾 Kiratpur Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd
  • Transplant: Chilli, Tomato
  • How & Why:
    • Okra and Cowpea offer quick returns in the short term.
    • Chilli and Tomato transplants perform well in the humid weather.
  • Advantage: Better cash flow, diversified farming.

🌾 Mohammadpur Deomal Block

  • Sow now: Amaranthus, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd
  • Transplant: Cauliflower, Capsicum
  • How & Why:
    • Amaranthus grows rapidly, generating quick income.
    • Cauliflower and Capsicum transplants benefit from the monsoon.
  • Advantage: Enhanced profitability, maximized land use.

🌾 Nagina Block

  • Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Radish
  • Transplant: Cabbage, Tomato
  • How & Why:
    • Spinach and Coriander provide quick returns in a short time.
    • Cabbage and Tomato transplants ensure a good harvest.
  • Advantage: Steady income flow, optimized land utilization.

🌾 Najibabad Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Cluster Bean
  • Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
  • How & Why:
    • Okra and Cowpea give rapid yields.
    • Brinjal and Chilli transplants benefit from the warm, humid weather.
  • Advantage: Maximized income, efficient resource utilization.

🌾 Nurpur Block

  • Sow now: Amaranthus, Cucumber, Pumpkin
  • Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum
  • How & Why:
    • Amaranthus offers quick returns.
    • Tomato and Capsicum transplants benefit from the monsoon conditions.
  • Advantage: Increased profitability, diverse crop options.

🌾 Seohara Block

  • Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek
  • Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
  • How & Why:
    • Spinach and Coriander give quick returns.
    • Cauliflower and Cabbage transplants take advantage of the monsoon.
  • Advantage: Reliable income, optimized land use.

🌾 Sherkot Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Bottle Gourd
  • Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Okra and Cowpea offer quick yields.
    • Chilli and Brinjal transplants ensure good produce.
  • Advantage: Higher income, efficient land utilization.

🌾 Swaheri Block

  • Sow now: Amaranthus, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd
  • Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum
  • How & Why:
    • Amaranthus provides rapid returns.
    • Tomato and Capsicum transplants benefit from the favorable monsoon.
  • Advantage: Increased revenue, diverse crop options.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (August, Bijnor, UP)

  • Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Powdery mildew
  • Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Downy mildew, Fruit fly
  • Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  • Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Early/Late blight

Simple actions:

  • Scout twice a week, especially after rains. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  • Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves/plants to prevent spread.
  • Keep fields clean of weeds and plant debris; use yellow sticky traps for flying pests.
  • For fungal issues, ensure good air circulation. Spray only when needed, rotating products.

Irrigation (August, Bijnor, UP)

  • Irrigate only during dry spells; check soil moisture first.
  • Ensure excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging; raise beds for sensitive crops.
  • Avoid overhead irrigation during humid conditions to reduce disease spread.
  • Use mulching (dry leaves/straw) to conserve moisture during dry spells and manage weeds.

Conclusion

August in Bijnor is all about smart monsoon management:

  • Ensure proper drainage in fields; prevent waterlogging for standing crops.
  • Continue sowing fast-growing leafy greens (like palak, dhania) for quick income.
  • Raise nurseries for late kharif/early rabi crops such as cauliflower, cabbage, brinjal, and chili.
  • Direct sow kharif vegetables like bhindi, cowpea, and cluster bean.
  • Stay vigilant for monsoon pests and diseases; use timely and effective controls.

If you focus on effective water management, timely sowing of quick cash crops, and preparing nurseries for the next season, you’ll manage August’s challenges well and build a strong foundation for future harvests.

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