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

Are you a farmer from Farrukhabad, up (UP)? In May, in blocks like Barhpur, Farrukhabad, Kaimganj, Kamalganj, Mohammadabad, Nawabganj, 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, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This is the end of the Zaid season and the time to prepare for Kharif sowings, so soil moisture is low and regular irrigation is crucial. So your planning now will decide your profits in August–September.

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

What fields typically look like early may

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, mango, okra, and summer moong 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 (methi), and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Groundnut and sesame continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (May) in Farrukhabad

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Beans (Gawar), Cowpea (Lobia), Amaranthus (Chaulai), and leafy vegetables like Spinach (Palak) and Coriander (Dhania).
✅ Benefit – These are warm-season crops and can be harvested quickly for a good market price.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for vegetables like Brinjal, Tomato, Chili, and early Cauliflower for the Kharif season. Ensure proper irrigation and shade.
✅ Benefit – Gives a head start for the Kharif season and ensures healthy seedlings for transplanting.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early Brinjal and Chili seedlings if the weather is favorable and irrigation is available. Protect from scorching sun.
✅ Benefit – Early planting can lead to early yield and better market rates.

Summer pulses (with irrigation):
Green Gram (Moong) and Black Gram (Urad) can be sown with proper irrigation facilities.
✅ Benefit – Short duration crops that provide additional income and improve soil health.

Fodder crops:
Sowing of fodder crops like Maize (Makka), Sorghum (Jowar), and Bajra can be started for livestock.
✅ Benefit – Ensures availability of green fodder for animals during the lean season.

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

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) for Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh - May

🌾 Barhpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  • These vegetables are suitable for the May month climate.
  • Nursery preparation ensures timely transplanting for the Kharif season.
• Advantage: High demand for summer vegetables = good income.

🌾 Farrukhabad Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Watermelon, Muskmelon
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  • Focus on cucurbits for good yield in riverbeds.
  • Nursery for Kharif vegetables should be started now.
• Advantage: Maximize riverbed cultivation + timely Kharif preparation.

🌾 Kaimganj Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  • Select vegetables that can tolerate relatively high temperatures.
  • Early nursery gives seedlings a head start.
• Advantage: Heat-tolerant vegetables + prepared seedlings = higher chance of success.

🌾 Kamalganj Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cowpea (Lobia), Cluster Bean (Guar)
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  • These legumes help in improving soil fertility for the next crop.
  • Early nursery transplanting gives good yeild.
• Advantage: Soil enrichment + prepared seedlings = better subsequent crop.

🌾 Mohammadabad Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  • These vegetables are suitable for the May month climate.
  • Early nursery transplanting gives good yeild.
• Advantage: High demand for summer vegetables = good income.

🌾 Nawabganj Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Watermelon, Muskmelon
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  • Focus on cucurbits for good yield in riverbeds.
  • Nursery for Kharif vegetables should be started now.
• Advantage: Maximize riverbed cultivation + timely Kharif preparation.

🌾 Shamsabad Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  • Select vegetables that can tolerate relatively high temperatures.
  • Early nursery gives seedlings a head start.
• Advantage: Heat-tolerant vegetables + prepared seedlings = higher chance of success.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, jassids, whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, red pumpkin beetle, powdery mildew
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, whitefly, jassids
  
• Leafy greens (if grown): Aphids, leaf miner
  
  

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 and frequent irrigation, every 2-4 days (depending on crop & soil). Avoid midday.
  
• Ensure good drainage; avoid water stagnation even during short intense rains.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for all vegetables where possible to save water.
  

Conclusion

May in Farrukhabad is all about smart water management and preparing for new beginnings:

• Continue regular harvesting of summer vegetables like Bhindi, Bottle Gourd, and Ridge Gourd.
• Sow heat-tolerant greens like Amaranth (Chaulai) and prepare beds for new rounds of Lobia (Cowpea) and Guar (Cluster Bean).
• Focus heavily on efficient irrigation; water in the cooler parts of the day to reduce evaporation.
• Keep a close eye on sucking pests (jassids, whiteflies) and red spider mites, common in hot weather.
• Start nursery for early Kharif crops like tomato, brinjal, and chillies for timely transplanting.
  
  

By managing water smartly, securing your summer harvests, and preparing well for the upcoming monsoon, you'll ensure a steady income and a smooth start to the next cropping season, staying profitable even in the Farrukhabad heat.