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

Are you a farmer from jalaun, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Dakore, Jalaun, Kadaura, Konch, Madhogarh, Nadigaon, Rampura, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle gourd, Bitter gourd, Pumpkin, Watermelon. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Onion.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This is the Zaid season, following the Rabi harvest, so with rising temperatures and decreasing soil moisture, frequent irrigation is crucial for summer crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for jalaun 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: Wheat, mustard, chickpea, and sugarcane are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chilli, brinjal, and okra 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: Lentil and potato continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (March)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin, and Cluster Bean.
✅ Benefit – These vegetables thrive in warm weather and provide early yield.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for cucurbitaceous vegetables like muskmelon, watermelon, and summer squash. Also, prepare nurseries for leafy vegetables like amaranth and spinach.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely availability of seedlings and extends the growing season.

Planting fruit crops:
Plant mango, guava, lemon, and papaya saplings. Ensure proper irrigation and protection from heat waves.
✅ Benefit – Establishes long-term fruit production and income.

Summer pulses:
Sow summer pulses like green gram (mung bean) and black gram (urad bean).
✅ Benefit – Improves soil fertility and provides additional income during the summer months.

Irrigation Management:
Ensure regular irrigation for all crops due to rising temperatures. Use water-saving techniques like drip irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Prevents water stress and maximizes crop yield in jalaun.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, planting fruit crops, summer pulses, and efficient irrigation in March, farmers in jalaun can increase their income.

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

 

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Dakore Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, bitter gourd, pumpkin
• Prepare nursery: Tomato, chilli, brinjal
• How & Why:
• Summer vegetables fetch good prices in local markets.
• Early nursery ensures timely transplanting after monsoon.
• Advantage: Higher yield and better market rates.

🌾 Jalaun Block

• Sow now: Okra, cucumber, watermelon
• Irrigate: Summer pulses (moong, urad)
• How & Why:
• Summer vegetables provide income during off-season.
• Irrigation is crucial for pulse development in dry weather.
• Advantage: Additional income and improved soil health.

🌾 Kadaura Block

• Sow now: Cluster bean, ridge gourd, sponge gourd
• Weeding: Summer vegetables
• How & Why:
• These vegetables are well-suited to the local climate.
• Weed control maximizes yield potential.
• Advantage: High productivity and reduced crop losses.

🌾 Konch Block

• Sow now: Cowpea, ash gourd
• Pest control: Monitor for insect attacks in cucurbits.
• How & Why:
• Cowpea and ash gourd are drought-tolerant crops.
• Early pest detection prevents major damage.
• Advantage: Resilience to dry conditions and minimized pest damage.

🌾 Madhogarh Block

• Sow now: Amaranth, leafy vegetables
• Prepare land: For monsoon vegetables
• How & Why:
• Quick-growing leafy vegetables provide fast returns.
• Land preparation ensures timely sowing of monsoon crops.
• Advantage: Short-term income and efficient crop planning.

🌾 Nadigaon Block

• Sow now: Long melon, pointed gourd
• Water management: Ensure adequate soil moisture for vegetables.
• How & Why:
• Long melon and pointed gourd have good market demand.
• Consistent moisture promotes healthy growth and yield.
• Advantage: High market value and optimized water use.

🌾 Rampura Block

• Sow now: Round melon, Kakora
• Mulching: Apply mulch to conserve moisture in cucurbits.
• How & Why:
• Round melon and Kakora gives you good returns.
• Mulching is cost effective irrigation practices.
• Advantage: Water conservation and reduced weeds.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (Lauki, Tinda, Kakdi): Fruit fly, Powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens (Palak, Dhaniya): Aphids, Leaf miner
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves promptly.
  
• 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 but frequent irrigation, typically every 5-7 days, adjusting as per soil and crop need.
  
• Avoid water stagnation, especially in nurseries; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves, straw, or plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for crops like gourds and tomato where possible, to save water.
  

Conclusion

March in Jalaun is key for summer crop setup:

• Finish harvesting late winter crops like potato, pea, and carrot.
  
• Prepare land and sow summer cucurbits (lauki, turai, karela, kakdi, tarbooz, kharbooz).
  
• Plant okra (bhindi) and cluster bean (guar) for summer harvest.
  
• Increase irrigation frequency as days get warmer, especially for young plants.
  
• Keep an eye on early summer pests and diseases; act quickly.
  
  

By wrapping up winter crops promptly and establishing summer vegetables with proper care, you'll ensure a continuous flow of produce and good market returns throughout the coming hot season.