Vegetables to grow in august in Fatehpur up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Fatehpur, up (UP)? In August, in blocks like Airayan, Amauli, Asothar, Bahua, Bhitaura, Deomai, Hathgaon, Khajuha, Malwan, Teliyani, Vijayipur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cucumber, Cowpea. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Cauliflower, Cabbage, Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This is the peak of the Kharif season with active monsoon rains, so soil moisture is high and the need for irrigation is generally low. So your planning now will decide your profits in October–November.

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

What fields typically look like early august

• Standing/harvest crops: Rice, maize, sorghum, okra, gourds, and turmeric are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, tomato, chilli, cauliflower, and cabbage seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, fenugreek (methi), coriander (dhania) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea (arhar), groundnut continue in suitable upland/irrigated areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (August) - Fatehpur

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cowpea (Lobia), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cucumber (Kheera), Bitter Gourd (Karela), Bottle Gourd (Lauki), and Sponge Gourd (Torai).
✅ Benefit – These crops thrive in warm weather and provide a quick yield.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early winter vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, and tomato. Use raised beds to avoid waterlogging.
✅ Benefit – Early seedlings will be ready for transplanting as soon as the monsoon recedes.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant rice seedlings. Ensure proper spacing and water management.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting ensures optimal grain filling and higher yield.

Vegetative Propagation:
Prepare cuttings of sugarcane for the next season. Plant turmeric and ginger.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely availability of planting material for the next season.

Fodder Crops:
Sow fodder crops like maize and sorghum for livestock feed.
✅ Benefit – Provides nutritious feed for animals during the monsoon season.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, vegetative propagation and fodder crops in August, farmers in Fatehpur can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Airayan Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
• These vegetables thrive in Fatehpur's August climate.
• Intercropping with legumes improves soil fertility.
  

Advantage: Maximized land use, reduced pest pressure.

🌾 Amauli Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Cowpea
• Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus provides quick returns in a short period.
  • Early tomato transplant ensures better market prices in Oct-Nov.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income sources, early market advantage.
  

🌾 Asothar Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Bitter Gourd
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumbers and Bitter Gourd are well-suited to the monsoon season.
  • Early cauliflower and cabbage seedlings avoid pest infestations.
    
• Advantage: Disease resistance, higher yields.
  

🌾 Bahua Block

• Sow now: Maize (for fodder), Cluster Beans
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Maize provides essential fodder for livestock.
  • Chilli and Brinjal benefit from transplanting during this time.
    
• Advantage: Livestock support, profitable vegetable crops.
  

🌾 Bhitaura Block

• Sow now: Pumpkin, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Tomato (hybrid varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkins and Ridge Gourd are high-yielding crops.
  • Hybrid tomatoes provide increased yields and disease resistance.
    
• Advantage: Higher income potential, improved crop quality.
  

🌾 Deomai Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Transplant: Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing greens can be harvested within a month.
  • Transplanting cabbage seedlings during monsoon avoids early pest issues.
    
• Advantage: Fast returns, reduced pest damage.
  

🌾 Hathgaon Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Cauliflower (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and carrot can be harvested quickly before the winter chill.
  • Early cauliflower varieties avoid late-season frost.
    
• Advantage: Timely harvests, frost avoidance.
  

🌾 Khajuha Block

• Sow now: Beans, Okra
• Transplant: Brinjal (grafted)
• How & Why:
  
  • Beans and okra provide consistent yields.
  • Grafted brinjal offers disease resistance and higher productivity.
    
• Advantage: Reliable harvests, enhanced crop performance.
  

🌾 Malwan Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Coriander
• Transplant: Capsicum (colored varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus is a fast-growing leafy vegetable.
  • Colored capsicum fetches higher market prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick income, increased profitability.
  

🌾 Teliyani Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Transplant: Tomato (determinate varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Bottle and Sponge Gourd are well-suited to the climate.
  • Determinate tomato varieties are bush-type and need less support.
    
• Advantage: Reduced labor costs, suitable crop selection.
  

🌾 Vijayipur Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Bitter Gourd
• Transplant: Chilli (disease-resistant varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumbers and Bitter Gourd are high-yielding in August.
  • Disease-resistant chilli varieties minimize crop loss.
    
• Advantage: High yields, reduced disease risk.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Downy mildew, Fruit fly, Red pumpkin beetle
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners, Caterpillars
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly, Early blight
  
  

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

• Monitor rainfall. Irrigate only if prolonged dry spells occur (more than 3-4 days without significant rain).
  
• Ensure excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially in low-lying areas.
  
• Form raised beds for water-sensitive crops to improve drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw) to control weeds and maintain soil structure after rains.
  

Conclusion

August in Fatehpur is all about smart groundwork:

• Continue harvesting ongoing monsoon vegetables like bhindi, tori, and lauki.
  
• Start raising nurseries for upcoming winter crops: cabbage, cauliflower, tomato, brinjal, and chilli.
  
• Directly sow quick-growing leafy greens like palak and dhania, and early mooli for quick cash.
  
• Focus on efficient weeding and ensure proper drainage to prevent waterlogging during rains.
  
• Keep a close eye on monsoon-specific pests and fungal diseases; apply timely controls.
  
  

If you manage the current harvest well, prepare nurseries for future crops, and ensure field health, you’ll lay a strong foundation for a profitable transition into the winter season.