Vegetables to grow in december in Ghazipur up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Ghazipur, up (UP)? In December, in blocks like Bhanwarkol, Bhartar, Birno, Devkali, Ghazipur, Jakhania, Jangipur, Karanda, Kasadabad, Manihari, Mardah, Mohammadabad, Sadat, Saidpur, Saidpur Bhitri, Zamania, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Radish, Potato, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Onion.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. December is the peak of the Rabi season with cool, dry weather, so managing irrigation is crucial as soil moisture decreases. So your planning now will decide your profits in February–March.

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

What fields typically look like early december

• Standing/harvest crops: Paddy, sugarcane, pigeon pea, and okra 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: Chickpea and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (December)

Sowing of Potato, Mustard and Wheat can be started.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely sowing for optimal yield and quality.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for summer vegetables like tomato, chilli and brinjal.
✅ Benefit – Getting seedlings ready ensures timely transplanting in late winter and spring.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplanting of winter crops like cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli can be continued.
✅ Benefit – Allows crop diversification and potentially higher returns.

Continue harvesting:
Continue harvesting of matured crops like sugarcane and paddy.
✅ Benefit – Timely harvesting prevents losses and frees up land for new crops.

Animal Husbandry:
Take special care of livestock during the cold weather, provide proper shelter and feed.
✅ Benefit – Protects livestock health and productivity.

👉 In this way, by planning sowing, nurseries, transplanting, harvesting, and animal care in December in Ghazipur, farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) for Ghazipur

🌾 Bhanwarkol Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and spinach provide quick returns within 30-40 days.
  • Transplanting tomato and chili in December helps in early yield and better market price.
    
• Advantage: Early income + higher yield potential in winter.
  

🌾 Bhartar Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Coriander
• Transplant: Brinjal, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and mustard can be intercropped for additional income.
  • December transplanting of brinjal and cabbage ensures good growth before peak winter.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income + healthy crop establishment.
  

🌾 Birno Block

• Sow now: Potato, Garlic
• Transplant: Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato and garlic are major crops in Ghazipur, sow in December for best yield.
  • Cauliflower transplanting benefits from cooler temperatures for head formation.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops + optimal growing conditions.
  

🌾 Devkali Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Gram
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil and gram are drought-resistant and suit Devkali's soil.
  • Tomato transplant in December helps avoid early blight.
    
• Advantage: Resilient crops + disease-free tomato.
  

🌾 Ghazipur Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing spinach and coriander provide fast cash flow.
  • Chili and brinjal thrive with December transplanting, avoiding frost damage.
    
• Advantage: Rapid income + protected vegetable growth.
  

🌾 Jakhania Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Pea
• Transplant: Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and pea complement each other when intercropped.
  • Cabbage benefits from the cool weather after December transplant.
    
• Advantage: Symbiotic cropping + ideal cabbage growing conditions.
  

🌾 Jangipur Block

• Sow now: Barley, Wheat
• Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Barley and wheat are staple crops, sow in December for optimum yield.
  • Tomato and cauliflower get a head start when transplanted in December.
    
• Advantage: Staple food security + early vegetable harvest.
  

🌾 Karanda Block

• Sow now: Potato, Onion
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato and onion are profitable crops for Karanda farmers.
  • Brinjal transplanting in December avoids the hottest summer months.
    
• Advantage: High-profit crops + favorable growing season.
  

🌾 Kasadabad Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Cabbage, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and carrot are fast-growing root vegetables.
  • December transplanting gives cabbage and chili a strong start.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns + resilient crop establishment.
  

🌾 Manihari Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Spinach
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Fenugreek and spinach offer quick income.
  • Transplant tomato in December to escape early pest cycles.
    
• Advantage: Fast cash crops + protected tomato growth.
  

🌾 Mardah Block

• Sow now: Gram, Lentil
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Gram and lentil are less water-intensive and good for Mardah.
  • Brinjal enjoys cooler temperatures when transplanted in December.
    
• Advantage: Water-saving crops + optimal brinjal growth.
  

🌾 Mohammadabad Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Pea
• Transplant: Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and pea are good rotation crops.
  • Cauliflower benefits from the consistent cool temperatures of December.
    
• Advantage: Improved soil health + quality cauliflower.
  

🌾 Sadat Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and onion are high-value crops for Sadat farmers.
  • December tomato transplant allows early harvest.
    
• Advantage: Profitable crops + early market advantage.
  

🌾 Saidpur Block

• Sow now: Potato, Pea
• Transplant: Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato and pea are common crops with good market demand.
  • Cabbage establishes well in December's stable weather.
    
• Advantage: Reliable crops + healthy cabbage growth.
  

🌾 Saidpur Bhitri Block

• Sow now: Radish, Spinach
• Transplant: Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and spinach provide quick income.
  • Chili thrives with December transplant to mature before summer.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash + robust chili plants.
  

🌾 Zamania Block

• Sow now: Wheat, Barley
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Wheat and barley are staple food crops for Zamania.
  • Brinjal transplants in December yield well before the hot season.
    
• Advantage: Food security + early brinjal harvest.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (December, Ghazipur)

• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, Aphids
  
• Cucurbits (winter varieties): Powdery mildew, Aphids
  
• Leafy greens (Spinach, Radish): Aphids, Cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested leaves/parts immediately.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/pod borers where applicable; keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation (December, Ghazipur)

• Give light irrigation every 10–15 days (check soil moisture before watering).
  
• Water in the afternoon to allow foliage to dry before nightfall, especially if frost is expected.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for crops like tomato and winter gourds where possible.
  

Conclusion

December in Ghazipur is all about smart management:

• Focus on regular harvesting of mature winter vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, and peas.
  
• Provide timely light irrigation, especially during dry spells, to protect crops from cold.
  
• Keep a close watch for common winter pests like aphids and diseases, taking quick control steps.
  
• Consider sowing late-season root vegetables (carrot, turnip) and leafy greens for continuous harvest.
  
• Ensure proper weeding and general field hygiene for better crop health.
  
  

By focusing on steady harvesting for income, careful crop protection from winter challenges, and timely pest management, you’ll keep your farm productive, stable, and profitable this December.