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

Are you a farmer from Fatehpur, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Amauli, Asoha, Bahua, Bhitaura, Devmai, Dhata, Husainganj, Jahanabad, Khajuha, Malwan, Teliyani, Vijayipur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Tomato, Peas, Mustard, Garlic, Onion. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Chilli, Brinjal, Tomato, Capsicum, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This is the end of the Rabi season and the start of the Zaid (summer) season, a time when rising temperatures reduce soil moisture, making timely irrigation crucial for newly sown crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

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

What fields typically look like early march

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, 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 (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhania) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urad and groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (March) - Fatehpur

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cowpea (Lobia), and cluster bean (Guar).
✅ Benefit – Warm weather supports quick germination and growth, leading to early yields.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for cucurbits like pumpkin, muskmelon, and watermelon. Also, start nurseries for summer tomato, chili, and brinjal.
✅ Benefit – Early nursery preparation ensures timely transplanting after the last frost, optimizing the growing season.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early-sown tomato, chili, and brinjal seedlings raised in protected environments (polyhouses or net houses).
✅ Benefit – Transplanting provides a head start, leading to earlier harvests and better market prices.

Sugarcane Planting:
This is the ideal time for spring sugarcane planting in Fatehpur. Ensure proper soil preparation and irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Spring-planted sugarcane gives higher yield compared to delayed planting.

Summer Moong & Urad:
Sow summer moong and urad (black gram) for a short-duration crop that can be harvested before the monsoon.
✅ Benefit – Improves soil fertility and provides additional income in a short span.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, sugarcane planting and summer pulses in March, farmers of Fatehpur can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Amauli Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
• These vegetables thrive in the March heat of Fatehpur.
• Early sowing ensures a good yield before the monsoon.
  

Advantage: Capitalize on summer vegetable demand in Fatehpur.

🌾 Asoha Block

• Sow now: Green Gram (Moong), Cowpea (Lobiya)
• Land Preparation: For future Paddy crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • Moong and Lobiya are short-duration pulses, improving soil fertility.
  • Prepare paddy fields early to save time later.
    
• Advantage: Soil improvement + timely paddy cultivation in Fatehpur.
  

🌾 Bahua Block

• Sow now: Cluster Bean (Guar), Ridge Gourd (Tori)
• Irrigation: Ensure adequate irrigation for existing crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • Guar and Tori are drought-resistant and suitable for Fatehpur's climate.
  • Irrigation is crucial for vegetable growth during dry spells.
    
• Advantage: Water conservation + reliable vegetable yield in Fatehpur.
  

🌾 Bhitaura Block

• Sow now: Summer Squash (Chappan Kaddu), Sponge Gourd (Nenua)
• Pest Management: Monitor and control fruit flies.
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer squash and sponge gourd are quick-growing summer vegetables.
  • Fruit flies can cause significant damage; early control is essential.
    
• Advantage: Fast-growing vegetables + minimizing pest damage in Fatehpur.
  

🌾 Devmai Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai), Purslane (Kulfa)
• Weeding: Remove weeds from vegetable fields.
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and Purslane are nutritious leafy vegetables.
  • Weeds compete with crops for resources; regular weeding is necessary.
    
• Advantage: Nutritious greens + improved crop yield in Fatehpur.
  

🌾 Dhata Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, Muskmelon
• Soil Testing: Get your soil tested for nutrient deficiencies.
• How & Why:
  
  • Watermelon and muskmelon are popular summer fruits.
  • Soil testing helps determine the correct fertilizer application.
    
• Advantage: High-value fruits + optimized fertilizer use in Fatehpur.
  

🌾 Husainganj Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Bottle Gourd (Lauki)
• Water Management: Use drip irrigation for efficient water use.
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumbers and bottle gourds are in high demand during summer.
  • Drip irrigation saves water and improves crop yield.
    
• Advantage: High-demand vegetables + water conservation in Fatehpur.
  

🌾 Jahanabad Block

• Sow now: Bitter Gourd (Karela), Tinda
• Support Structures: Provide support for climbing vegetables.
• How & Why:
  
  • Bitter gourd and tinda are well-suited to the summer climate.
  • Support structures improve air circulation and fruit quality.
    
• Advantage: Climber vegetable yield + improved quality in Fatehpur.
  

🌾 Khajuha Block

• Sow now: Pumpkin, Arbi (Colocasia)
• Mulching: Use mulch to conserve soil moisture.
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkin and arbi are relatively easy to grow in Fatehpur.
  • Mulching reduces water evaporation and suppresses weeds.
    
• Advantage: Easy-to-grow crops + water conservation in Fatehpur.
  

🌾 Malwan Block

• Sow now: Ladies Finger (Okra), Egg Plant (Brinjal)
• Fertilizer Application: Apply appropriate fertilizers based on soil test results.
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and Brinjal are very popular in Fatehpur.
  • Fertilizers help improve growth of the plants.
    
• Advantage: Most used vegetables + Good crop Growth.
  

🌾 Teliyani Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables thrive in the March heat of Fatehpur.
  • Early sowing ensures a good yield before the monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Capitalize on summer vegetable demand in Fatehpur.
  

🌾 Vijayipur Block

• Sow now: Green Gram (Moong), Cowpea (Lobiya)
• Land Preparation: For future Paddy crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • Moong and Lobiya are short-duration pulses, improving soil fertility.
  • Prepare paddy fields early to save time later.
    
• Advantage: Soil improvement + timely paddy cultivation in Fatehpur.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Red pumpkin beetle, Fruit fly, Powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miner
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly, 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 5–7 days (soil-moisture based), especially in early morning or late evening.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

March in Fatehpur is all about smart planning:

• Finish preparing fields for summer vegetables.
• Start sowing summer cucurbits like Lauki, Karela, Turai, Kaddu, Kakdi.
• Plant early summer vegetables such as Bhindi and Lobia.
• Transplant nursery-raised seedlings of Brinjal, Chilli, and early Tomato.
• Sow quick-growing leafy greens like Chaulai (Amaranth) for early income.
• Ensure timely irrigation and monitor for emerging summer pests.

If you follow these steps block-wise—quick summer greens for cash flow, summer gourds & Bhindi for stability, and timely transplanted Brinjal/Chilli for future yields—you’ll enter the peak summer and early monsoon season strong, steady, and profitable.