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

Are you a farmer from Fatehpur, up (UP)? In February, in blocks like Amauli, Asoha, Bahua, Bijaipur, Chaandpur, Devmai, Digha, Diyapur, Fatehpur, Haswa, Hussainganj, Khajuha, Khakhreru, Malwan, Teliyani, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Pea, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Radish. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Cucumber.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Amaranth are also being sown. February marks the late Rabi season transitioning into the Zaid season, requiring careful irrigation for standing crops as soil moisture decreases. So your planning now will decide your profits in April–May.

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

What fields typically look like early february

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, potato, mustard, and lentil are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chilli, 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: Gram and pea continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (February) in Fatehpur

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 September, 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 September, farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) for Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh (February)

🌾 Amauli Block

• Sow now: Mustard greens, radish, fenugreek.
• Transplant: Tomato, chili.
• How & Why:
  • Mustard greens are quick to mature, offering a fast return.
  • Early tomato and chili transplants take advantage of favorable weather.
• Advantage: Diversified income and optimized growing conditions.

🌾 Asoha Block

• Sow now: Spinach, coriander.
• Transplant: Eggplant, cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  • Spinach and coriander offer quick harvests and improve soil health.
  • Eggplant and cauliflower benefit from the longer growing season.
• Advantage: Year-round vegetable production and improved soil fertility.

🌾 Bahua Block

• Sow now: Radish, carrot.
• Transplant: Cabbage.
• How & Why:
  • Radish and carrot are fast-growing root crops that can be harvested quickly.
  • Cabbage benefits from the cooler weather.
• Advantage: Continuous supply of vegetables and efficient use of land.

🌾 Bijaipur Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek, mustard.
• Transplant: Tomato.
• How & Why:
  • Fenugreek and mustard improve soil health and provide early income.
  • Tomato can be transplanted to ensure a good yield.
• Advantage: Soil improvement and increased tomato production.

🌾 Chaandpur Block

• Sow now: Spinach, coriander.
• Transplant: Chili, eggplant.
• How & Why:
  • Spinach and coriander are short-duration crops providing quick returns.
  • Chili and eggplant transplanting ensures better establishment.
• Advantage: Quick cash flow and improved crop establishment.

🌾 Devmai Block

• Sow now: Radish, carrot.
• Transplant: Cabbage, cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  • Radish and carrot mature quickly for early income.
  • Cabbage and cauliflower thrive in the cooler weather.
• Advantage: Early income and optimal growing conditions for specific crops.

🌾 Digha Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek, mustard greens.
• Transplant: Tomato, potato.
• How & Why:
  • Fenugreek and mustard greens are fast-growing and improve soil fertility.
  • Tomato and potato can be transplanted for improved yields.
• Advantage: Soil health and increased yields.

🌾 Diyapur Block

• Sow now: Coriander, spinach.
• Transplant: Eggplant.
• How & Why:
  • Coriander and spinach offer quick harvests.
  • Eggplant benefits from transplanting in February.
• Advantage: Quick returns and optimal eggplant growth.

🌾 Fatehpur Block

• Sow now: Radish, carrot, beetroot.
• Transplant: Tomato, cabbage.
• How & Why:
  • Radish, carrot, and beetroot grow well in February's climate.
  • Transplanting tomato and cabbage helps establish them before the heat.
• Advantage: Early yield and better plant establishment.

🌾 Haswa Block

• Sow now: Mustard greens, spinach.
• Transplant: Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  • Mustard greens and spinach offer quick turnover.
  • Transplanting cauliflower allows for optimal growth.
• Advantage: Fast income and quality cauliflower production.

🌾 Hussainganj Block

• Sow now: Coriander, fenugreek.
• Transplant: Chili.
• How & Why:
  • Coriander and fenugreek provide early cash.
  • Chili transplanting ensures a stronger start.
• Advantage: Quick income and healthier chili plants.

🌾 Khajuha Block

• Sow now: Radish, carrot.
• Transplant: Cabbage, tomato.
• How & Why:
  • Radish and carrot are fast-growing for quick harvest.
  • Cabbage and tomato benefit from early transplant.
• Advantage: Early harvest and better crop establishment.

🌾 Khakhreru Block

• Sow now: Spinach, mustard greens.
• Transplant: Eggplant.
• How & Why:
  • Spinach and mustard greens grow quickly.
  • Eggplant transplanting ensures better yield.
• Advantage: Quick income and optimal eggplant growth.

🌾 Malwan Block

• Sow now: Coriander, radish.
• Transplant: Tomato.
• How & Why:
  • Coriander and radish offer fast returns.
  • Tomato transplanting ensures better production.
• Advantage: Quick income and improved tomato yields.

🌾 Teliyani Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek, mustard.
• Transplant: Chili, cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  • Fenugreek and mustard improve soil health.
  • Chili and cauliflower benefit from February transplanting.
• Advantage: Soil health and improved yields.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, Aphids
  
• Potato/Peas: Aphids, Pod borer
  
• Okra/Cucurbits: Whitefly, Fruit fly (cucurbits), Shoot/Fruit borer (okra)
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Jassids
  
  

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 every 7–10 days (adjust based on soil moisture and crop stage).
  
• Avoid water stagnation, especially in nurseries and new plantings; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato/brinjal where possible.
  

Conclusion

February in Fatehpur is all about getting ready for summer:

• Finish harvesting remaining winter crops like peas, late cabbage, and spinach.
• Start direct sowing of early summer vegetables like Bhindi (Okra) and Cucurbits (Lauki, Kaddu, Kheera, Tinda).
• Transplant nursery-raised seedlings of Tomato, Brinjal, and Chilli for timely yields.
• Sow quick-growing summer leafy greens such as Chaulai (Amaranth) for early cash.
• Ensure timely irrigation for new plantings and monitor for emerging pests as temperatures rise.

By following these steps—clearing winter crops, planting early summer vegetables for quick returns, and preparing for steady yields—you'll ensure a strong and profitable start to your summer farming season.