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

Are you a farmer from Etah, up (UP)? In December, in blocks like Aliganj, Etah, Jaithra, Jalesar, Marehra, Nidhauli Kalan, Sakit, Shitalpur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Mustard, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Onion.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. This is the peak of the Rabi season, with clear, dry weather, so timely irrigation is crucial for crop growth. So your planning now will decide your profits in February–March.

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

What fields typically look like early december

• Standing/harvest crops: Mustard, potato, and wheat 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: Chickpea and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (December)

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 December, 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 December, farmers in Etah can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Aliganj Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach.
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal, Tomato.
• How & Why:
• Timely sowing of radish and carrot ensures good yield in December.
• Transplanting chilli and brinjal in early December avoids frost damage.

Advantage: Healthy vegetables and better market price in Etah district.

🌾 Etah Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Fenugreek.
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage.
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and mustard sowing in the first week of December for timely harvest.
  • Transplanting cauliflower and cabbage seedlings prevents late blight.
• Advantage: Good yield and quality produce for the Etah market.
  

🌾 Jaithra Block

• Sow now: Potato, Garlic, Onion.
• Transplant: Tomato, Broccoli.
• How & Why:
  
  • Early potato and garlic sowing to escape from late blight in Etah.
  • Transplanting tomato and broccoli seedlings for early yield.
• Advantage: High yielding varieties and good market price.
  

🌾 Jalesar Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Spinach.
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli.
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and carrot sowing in well-drained soil is recommended.
  • Transplanting tomato and chilli seedlings before the frost.
• Advantage: Good quality vegetables for local market.
  

🌾 Marehra Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Gram, Pea.
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and gram sowing to get good germination in December.
  • Transplanting cabbage and cauliflower seedlings in well-prepared land.
• Advantage: Healthy crop and good market price in Etah.
  

🌾 Nidhauli Kalan Block

• Sow now: Potato, Onion, Garlic.
• Transplant: Brinjal, Tomato.
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato and onion sowing in the raised beds to avoid water logging.
  • Transplanting brinjal and tomato seedlings in the protected environment.
• Advantage: Protection from frost and higher yields.
  

🌾 Sakit Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek, Coriander.
• Transplant: Chilli, Tomato.
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and fenugreek sowing for quick returns in December.
  • Transplanting chilli and tomato seedlings in well-manured fields.
• Advantage: Short duration crops and extra income.
  

🌾 Shitalpur Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Barley.
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage.
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and mustard sowing in the first week of December for better yields.
  • Transplanting cauliflower and cabbage seedlings in well-drained soil.
• Advantage: Healthy vegetables and good market price in the Etah region.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Etah, December)

• Potato: Late Blight, Aphids
  
• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback Moth (DBM), Aphids
  
• Pea: Powdery Mildew, Pod Borer
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Early Blight, Fruit Borer
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf Miners
  
  

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 (Etah, December)

• Give light irrigation every 10–15 days, checking soil moisture. Young plants and flowering crops need it most.
  
• Water in the morning or early afternoon to help prevent frost damage.
  
• Avoid water stagnation; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to keep soil warm, save moisture, and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for crops like potato, tomato, and cauliflower where possible.
  

Conclusion

December in Etah is about protecting crops and ensuring steady harvest:

• Harvest mature winter vegetables like radish, turnip, spinach, and early cauliflower regularly.
  
• Continue sowing quick-growing leafy greens (palak, dhania, methi) for a continuous cash flow.
  
• Protect sensitive crops (tomato, brinjal) and young plants from frost with light evening irrigation or covers.
  
• Ensure timely picking of peas, cabbage, and other cole crops for good market prices.
  
• Monitor for cold-weather pests (aphids) and fungal diseases; manage irrigation carefully.
  
  

By focusing on consistent harvesting, frost protection, and strategic late plantings, Etah farmers can maintain a strong supply of profitable winter vegetables throughout the season.