Vegetables to grow in september in Gorakhpur up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Gorakhpur, up (UP)? In September, in blocks like Bansgaon, Barhalganj, Belauli, Brahmpur, Chargawan, Chauri Chaura, Gagaha, Gola, Gorakhpur Sadar, Kauriram, Khajni, Khorabar, Pali, Pipraich, Sahjanwa, Sardar Nagar, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cucumber, Brinjal. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brinjal, Chilli.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Amaranth are also being sown. September marks the end of the Kharif season as the monsoon withdraws, leaving good moisture in the soil for Rabi season preparations, but be ready for irrigation if needed. So your planning now will decide your profits in November–December.

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

What fields typically look like early september

• Standing/harvest crops: Paddy, maize, pigeon pea, and okra are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Cauliflower, cabbage, tomato, and brinjal 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: Urd bean and sesame continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (September)

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, Gorakhpur farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bansgaon Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi), Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal, Tomato
• How & Why:
• These crops are suitable for the September climate of Gorakhpur.
• Early sowing/transplanting helps in getting better market prices.
  

Advantage: Crop diversification and better income potential.

🌾 Barhalganj Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Radish, Spinach
• Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing leafy vegetables provide early income.
  • Transplanting main season vegetables ensures timely harvest.
    
• Advantage: Efficient use of land and increased profitability.
  

🌾 Belauli Block

• Sow now: Coriander, Fenugreek (Methi), Radish
• Transplant: Chili, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Short duration crops fit well between other cropping cycles.
  • Chili and tomato are important cash crops for the region.
    
• Advantage: Increased cropping intensity and income.
  

🌾 Brahmpur Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Brinjal, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • These are popular vegetable choices among local farmers.
  • Transplanting ensures healthier and earlier yields.
    
• Advantage: High demand in the local market.
  

🌾 Chargawan Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Coriander, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Transplant: Tomato, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Nutritious greens for local consumption and sale.
  • Cabbage and tomato provide good returns.
    
• Advantage: Food security and income generation.
  

🌾 Chauri Chaura Block

• Sow now: Radish, Spinach
• Transplant: Chili, Cauliflower, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and spinach are fast-growing and profitable.
  • Chili, cauliflower, and tomato are major vegetable crops.
    
• Advantage: Sustainable income and market access.
  

🌾 Gagaha Block

• Sow now: Coriander, Fenugreek (Methi), Carrot
• Transplant: Brinjal, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Suitable vegetables for home gardens and small-scale farming.
  • Brinjal and tomato cultivation provides stable income.
    
• Advantage: Nutritional security and economic benefits.
  

🌾 Gola Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Radish
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Leafy greens are essential for a balanced diet.
  • Cauliflower and cabbage are popular winter vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Nutritional value and market demand.
  

🌾 Gorakhpur Sadar Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Coriander
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and coriander are easy to grow and sell.
  • Tomato and chili are high-value crops.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and high profitability.
  

🌾 Kauriram Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Brinjal, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Methi, radish, and carrot are nutritious root vegetables.
  • Brinjal and cauliflower are staple vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Food security and income.
  

🌾 Khajni Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Coriander
• Transplant: Tomato, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and coriander are used in various dishes.
  • Tomato and cabbage are widely consumed.
    
• Advantage: Regular income and stable market.
  

🌾 Khorabar Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Radish
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and radish are fast-growing crops.
  • Chili and brinjal are popular vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and high demand.
  

🌾 Pali Block

• Sow now: Coriander, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Coriander and methi enhance the flavor of dishes.
  • Tomato and cauliflower are widely used vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Improved diet and market access.
  

🌾 Pipraich Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Carrot
• Transplant: Brinjal, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and carrot are rich in vitamins and minerals.
  • Brinjal and cabbage are essential vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Health benefits and stable income.
  

🌾 Sahjanwa Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Radish
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and radish are quick income sources.
  • Tomato and chili are profitable crops.
    
• Advantage: Fast returns and high profitability.
  

🌾 Sardar Nagar Block

• Sow now: Coriander, Fenugreek (Methi), Radish
• Transplant: Brinjal, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Coriander, methi, and radish provide variety in diet.
  • Brinjal and cauliflower are popular choices.
    
• Advantage: Diverse income and market opportunities.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, jassids (tela)
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, downy mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, leaf miners
  
• 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

• Check soil moisture. Give light irrigation as monsoon recedes, every 5-7 days or as needed.
  
• Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially after late September showers.
  
• 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

September in Gorakhpur is all about smart planning:

• Finish harvesting of remaining monsoon cucurbits.
  
• Sow quick-growing leafy greens like spinach, coriander for early income.
  
• Prepare and transplant nurseries for winter vegetables: tomato, brinjal, cauliflower, and cabbage.
  
• Consider early pea cultivation by month-end for higher market prices.
  
• Monitor for pests and diseases, ensure good drainage, and provide light, timely irrigation.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—short-duration greens for cash flow, medium/long-duration vegetables for stability, and timely early pea for premium—you’ll enter the winter season strong, steady, and profitable.