Vegetables to grow in june in Farrukhabad up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Farrukhabad, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Amritpur, Barhpur, Farrukhabad, Kaimganj, Kamalganj, Nawabganj, Rajepur, Shamsabad, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin. 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 first monsoon showers, so it's a critical time for land preparation and managing soil moisture for new sowings. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Farrukhabad 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: Okra, brinjal, cucumber, and bottle gourd are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chilli, cauliflower, and early 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: Arhar and groundnut continue in suitable upland areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (June)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia), Cluster bean (Gwar), and Leafy vegetables.
✅ Benefit – These crops grow well in warm weather and provide early yields.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early paddy (rice), vegetables like brinjal and chili, and cucurbits (pumpkin family).
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely availability of seedlings for the main season.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early paddy seedlings that were sown in May. Ensure proper water management.
✅ Benefit – Early transplanting allows the rice crop to mature before the peak monsoon season.

Kharif pulses (legumes) sowing:
Sow pulses like pigeon pea (Arhar/Tur), black gram (Urad), and green gram (Moong).
✅ Benefit – Pulses fix nitrogen in the soil, improving soil fertility and providing a valuable source of protein.

Maize sowing:
Start sowing maize for both grain and fodder purposes. Ensure adequate drainage to prevent waterlogging.
✅ Benefit – Maize is a versatile crop with high yield potential, suitable for both human and animal consumption.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and Kharif crops in June in Farrukhabad, farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Amritpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
• These vegetables thrive in the hot and humid conditions of Farrukhabad in June.
• Regular irrigation is crucial during this month to ensure good yield.
  

Advantage: High demand for these vegetables in the local market during this season.

🌾 Barhpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Beans, Sponge Gourd
• Transplant: Chilli, Tomato (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Cluster beans and sponge gourd are well-suited to the sandy loam soil of Barhpur.
  • Early tomato transplanting can avoid the monsoon glut and fetch better prices.
    
• Advantage: Diversified cropping and early market access.
  

🌾 Farrukhabad Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkin and cucumber grow well with proper mulching to retain moisture.
  • Brinjal and chilli transplanting should be done in the evening to avoid heat stress.
    
• Advantage: Good yield potential with timely planting and proper care.
  

🌾 Kaimganj Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Bottle gourd and ridge gourd are popular and profitable crops in Kaimganj.
  • Ensure proper staking for gourds to maximize yield and fruit quality.
    
• Advantage: High local demand and good market price.
  

🌾 Kamalganj Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Beans, Bitter Gourd
• Transplant: Chilli, Tomato (early)
• How & Why:
  
  • Bitter gourd thrives in well-drained soil and requires proper support.
  • Early tomato varieties can be transplanted with proper shading.
    
• Advantage: Good income potential with proper crop management.
  

🌾 Nawabganj Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Sponge Gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Sponge gourd and cucumber are fast-growing crops suitable for June planting.
  • Brinjal and chilli should be transplanted in raised beds to avoid waterlogging.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and adaptability to local conditions.
  

🌾 Rajepur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Pumpkin
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkin requires a lot of space and nutrient-rich soil.
  • Brinjal should be transplanted after treating the seedlings with fungicide.
    
• Advantage: High yield potential and good market demand.
  

🌾 Shamsabad Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Beans, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Chilli, Tomato (early)
• How & Why:
  
  • Ridge gourd and cluster beans are drought-tolerant crops suitable for Shamsabad.
  • Early tomato transplanting can give a competitive edge in the market.
    
• Advantage: Resilience to drought and early market advantage.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Downy mildew
  
• Brinjal: Shoot & Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
• Chilli/Tomato (if grown): Thrips, Mites
  
  

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

• Continue light irrigation every 5-7 days until monsoon rains begin.
  
• Monitor soil moisture and adjust watering frequency based on rainfall.
  
• Ensure good field drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially with monsoon onset.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and control weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and other vegetables where possible.
  

Conclusion

June in Farrukhabad is crucial for monsoon preparations:

• Prepare fields thoroughly for monsoon sowing, ensuring good drainage.
  
• Direct sow quick-growing monsoon vegetables like Bhindi, Guar, and Cowpea.
  
• Raise nurseries for chilli, brinjal, and early cauliflower for later transplanting.
  
• Sow various gourds like Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd, and Sponge Gourd for continuous harvest.
  
• Manage weeds aggressively and protect crops from monsoon pests and diseases.
  
  

By combining quick-yielding direct-sown vegetables with nursery crops for later, and managing monsoon challenges effectively, you’ll set up a robust and profitable rainy season.