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

Are you a farmer from Bijnor, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Afzalgarh, Bijnor, Chandpur, Dhampur, Haldaur, Jalalpur, Kiratpur, Mohammadpur Deomal, Nagina, Najibabad, Noorpur, Seohara, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cabbage, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin, Watermelon.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Mint are also being sown. March marks the transition from the Rabi harvest to the Zaid sowing season, with rising temperatures and decreasing soil moisture making timely irrigation crucial for new crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

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

What fields typically look like early march

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane harvesting is ongoing, potato digging is in full swing, mustard is ready for reaping, and wheat is maturing rapidly.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal (eggplant), chili, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhania) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Lentil (masoor) and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (March) in Bijnor

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra, Amaranthus, Cowpea, Cluster bean, Cucumber, Bitter gourd, Bottle gourd, Ridge gourd, Sponge gourd, Pumpkin, Watermelon, Muskmelon, Summer squash, Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach, Fenugreek, Coriander.
✅ Benefit – Utilize available moisture and avoid water stress later.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for Chilli, Brinjal, Tomato (summer varieties).
✅ Benefit – Seedlings will be ready for transplanting by late April/early May, maximizing the growing season.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early Chilli, Brinjal, and Tomato seedlings raised in February.
✅ Benefit – Early yield and better market price before the peak season.

Sugarcane Planting:
Continue planting sugarcane.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting ensures good germination and better yield.

Summer pulses:
Sow summer pulses like moong and urad.
✅ Benefit – These short-duration crops help improve soil fertility and provide additional income.

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

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) for Bijnor

🌾 Afzalgarh Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin (early March)
• Prepare Nursery: Okra, Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Early cucurbits (Bottle Gourd, etc.) gain premium prices in April-May.
  • Nursery ensures timely transplanting after last frost.
    
• Advantage: High market demand for early produce.
  

🌾 Bijnor Block

• Sow now: Okra, Amaranthus, Cowpea
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra, Amaranthus, and Cowpea are quick-growing and suitable for March sowing.
  • Brinjal transplanting provides a good yield.
    
• Advantage: Timely sowing and transplanting ensures optimal growth.
  

🌾 Chandpur Block

• Sow now: Green Gram (Moong), Cluster Bean (Guar)
• Prepare Nursery: Watermelon, Muskmelon
• How & Why:
  
  • Green gram and cluster bean can be sown to improve soil health.
  • Prepare watermelon, muskmelon nursery for summer.
    
• Advantage: Crop rotation and summer crop planning.
  

🌾 Dhampur Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek (Methi), Radish
• Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach & methi give 25–30 day quick cash between major crops.
  • Early tomato transplant fetches better prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick greens + early vegetables = extra income.
  

🌾 Haldaur Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Pumpkin
• Prepare Nursery: Chilli, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Early sowing of cucurbits ensures good yield and price.
  • Nursery raising for chillies prepares for timely transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Good market rate and timely crop establishment.
  

🌾 Jalalpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Amaranthus
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • These crops grow fast and give a good yield in summer months.
  • Timely transplanting ensures proper growth.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and efficient land use.
  

🌾 Kiratpur Block

• Sow now: Ladyfinger, Amaranthus
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and Amaranthus grow quickly in warm weather.
  • Early tomato transplant yields better results.
    
• Advantage: Early yields with good market prices.
  

🌾 Mohammadpur Deomal Block

• Sow now: Green Gram (Moong), Black Gram (Urad)
• Prepare Nursery: Cucurbits
• How & Why:
  
  • Pulses improve soil fertility.
  • Prepare cucurbit nurseries for summer.
    
• Advantage: Better soil and summer crop preparation.
  

🌾 Nagina Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Early Cucurbits yield good profits.
  • Prepare Nursery for Chilli for next season.
    
• Advantage: High returns in cucurbits.
  

🌾 Najibabad Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cowpea
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and Cowpea are warm-season crops.
  • Brinjal benefits from March transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Suitable crop combination for march.
  

🌾 Noorpur Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Radish
• Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick greens between main crops.
  • Tomato and capsicum for good yield.
    
• Advantage: Timely crops with good returns.
  

🌾 Seohara Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Bottle Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Early Cucurbits will fetch higher prices.
  • Prepare tomato nursery for later transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Increase income with better planning.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Jassids, Fruit borer
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Red Pumpkin Beetle, Fruit fly
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Jassids
  
  

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

• Give light irrigation every 4–7 days (soil-moisture based), as temperatures rise.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

March in Bijnor is all about a strong start to summer:

• Finish harvesting of late winter crops like potato, onion, and any remaining leafy greens.
  
• Begin direct sowing of early summer vegetables such as Okra (Bhindi), Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd, and Cucumber.
  
• Prepare nurseries for long-duration summer crops like Brinjal, Chili, and suitable Tomato varieties.
  
• Increase frequency of irrigation as temperatures begin to rise, ensuring good soil moisture.
  
• Keep a close eye on emerging pests and diseases, especially in newly planted summer crops.
  
  

By focusing on these steps—clearing winter crops, planting initial summer vegetables for early market, and preparing for your main summer harvest—you’ll set yourself up for a productive and profitable summer season.