Vegetables to grow in april in Etah up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Etah, up (UP)? In April, in blocks like Aliganj, Amanpur, Awagarh, Etah, Jaithra, Jalesar, Marehra, Nidhauli Kalan, Sakoli, Shitalpur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Muskmelon, Watermelon. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal, early Cauliflower, early Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the peak of the hot Zaid season, so soil moisture is low, requiring regular and timely irrigation for all standing crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in June–July.

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

What fields typically look like early april

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, wheat, mustard, and potato are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Okra, brinjal, tomato, chili, cauliflower, and cabbage 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 groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (April) for Etah Farmers

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra, cucumber, bottle gourd, bitter gourd, pumpkin, and beans.
✅ Benefit – These summer vegetables grow quickly and fetch good prices in the market.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early paddy (rice) and summer vegetables like tomato and chili for the next season.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely availability of seedlings for the next crop cycle.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant chili, brinjal, and tomato seedlings if the weather is favorable (avoid transplanting during heat waves).
✅ Benefit – Early transplanting can lead to an early harvest and better prices.

Summer Maize (if irrigation available):
Sow summer maize for fodder or grain purposes.
✅ Benefit – Provides additional income and fodder for livestock.

Green Manuring:
Sow green manure crops like Dhaincha or Sunhemp.
✅ Benefit – Improves soil fertility naturally and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers.

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

Let’s Start in April – Crop + Method + Advantage for Etah Farmers

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Aliganj Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin
• Prepare nursery: Okra, cluster bean, ridge gourd
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables thrive in warm weather and provide good yield.
  • Starting a nursery ensures timely transplanting after the monsoon.
    
• Advantage: High market demand and good returns during off-season.
  

🌾 Amanpur Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, watermelon, muskmelon
• Prepare nursery: Brinjal, chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucurbits perform well in April; nursery ensures seedling availability.
  • Brinjal and chili seedlings will be ready for transplanting after initial rains.
    
• Advantage: Watermelon and muskmelon are lucrative summer crops.
  

🌾 Awagarh Block

• Sow now: Summer squash, round gourd (tinda)
• Prepare nursery: Tomato, capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer squash and tinda are quick-growing and fetch good prices.
  • Raising tomato and capsicum nurseries prepares for monsoon planting.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income from multiple short-duration crops.
  

🌾 Etah Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, cowpea (lobia)
• Transplant: Okra seedlings (if nursery was prepared earlier)
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and lobia are relatively drought-tolerant and provide nutritional security.
  • Transplanting okra ensures early crop establishment before monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Fodder and vegetable source, good for soil health.
  

🌾 Jaithra Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, sponge gourd
• Prepare nursery: Early cauliflower, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are well-suited to the climate and provide stable yields.
  • Early cauliflower/cabbage nurseries mean timely transplanting for winter.
    
• Advantage: Consistent income with seasonal vegetables.
  

🌾 Jalesar Block

• Sow now: Bitter gourd, ridge gourd
• Prepare nursery: Chili, brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are in demand and do well with proper irrigation.
  • Chili and brinjal seedlings will be ready post-monsoon planting.
    
• Advantage: High market value and consumer demand.
  

🌾 Marehra Block

• Sow now: Cluster bean, french bean
• Transplant: Tomato (if seedlings are ready)
• How & Why:
  
  • Beans are a good source of protein and improve soil fertility.
  • Transplanting tomato now can yield a harvest before peak monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Legumes fix nitrogen, beneficial for subsequent crops.
  

🌾 Nidhauli Kalan Block

• Sow now: Okra
• Prepare nursery: Tomato, chili, brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra is a reliable crop for April sowing in this region.
  • Prepare seedlings for post-monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Consistent crop suitable for weather condition.
  

🌾 Sakoli Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek
• Prepare nursery: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Short duration crops, suitable for quick income generation.
  • Seedlings for winter season crops must be prepared in advance.
    
• Advantage: Quick turnover, good for small landholdings.
  

🌾 Shitalpur Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, Musk Melon
• Prepare nursery: Tomato (for late season)
• How & Why:
  
  • High demand fruits, ensure good profits.
  • Ensure late season crops are ready for transplanting to maximize yields.
    
• Advantage: High return, less labor intensive.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red Pumpkin Beetle, Powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners (for tolerant varieties like Amaranth)
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Shoot borer, Whitefly
  
  

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 more frequently, typically every 2-4 days depending on soil type and crop (soil-moisture based).
  
• 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

April in Etah is all about starting strong for summer:

• Finish harvesting of Rabi vegetables and prepare land for summer/Kharif crops.
• Direct sow summer essentials: Bhindi (Okra), Cluster Bean (Guar), Cowpea, and gourds like Bottle Gourd and Bitter Gourd.
• Plant quick-growing leafy greens like Amaranth (Chaulai) for fast cash flow.
• Raise nursery for Kharif vegetables like Chilli, Brinjal, and early Tomato. Transplant earlier summer crop seedlings.
• Ensure timely and adequate irrigation, and keep a close eye on summer pests.

By focusing on heat-tolerant crops for continuous income, managing water wisely, and preparing for the upcoming monsoon season, you’ll set a strong foundation for a profitable year.