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

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

Are you a farmer from jalaun, up (UP)? In November, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Radish, Carrot, Cauliflower, Turnip, Brinjal. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Chilli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Onion.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. November marks the peak of the Rabi sowing season after the monsoon's withdrawal, so preserving soil moisture and providing timely irrigation is critical for new crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in January–February.

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

What fields typically look like early november

  • Standing/harvest crops: Bajra, maize, urad, and groundnut are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  • Nursery beds: Tomato, chili, brinjal, and cauliflower 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: Mustard and chickpea continue in suitable areas.

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

What to start now (November)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Pea, Gram, Mustard, Wheat, Barley, Lentil, Potato
✅ Benefit – These are staple crops and helps in food security.

Irrigation:
First Irrigation in wheat after 21 days after sowing.
✅ Benefit – Helps in proper germination and growth of plant.

Weed management:
Use weedicides in wheat crop after first irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Controls weeds and helps in proper growth of wheat.

Fertilizer Management:
Apply second dose of urea in wheat after first irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Fulfils nutrient requirement of crop.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, irrigation, weed management and fertilizer application in November, farmers of jalaun can increase their income.

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

Crop

How to Plant (Method & Spacing)

Advantage for Farmers in Jalaun

Mustard (Sarson)

Direct sowing in rows 30-45 cm apart

Good oilseed crop; suitable for Jalaun's climate

Gram (Chana)

Sow in rows 30-45 cm apart

High demand; good for rainfed areas of Jalaun

Wheat (Gehun)

Line sowing with 22.5 cm row spacing

Staple crop; ensures food security for Jalaun farmers

Lentil (Masoor)

Direct sowing; rows 25-30 cm apart

Short duration crop; fits well in Jalaun's cropping systems

Barley (Jau)

Sow in rows 20-25 cm apart

Tolerant to saline soils common in parts of Jalaun

Potato

Plant tubers at 60 x 20 cm spacing

High returns; good market in nearby cities

Pea (Late Sowing)

Direct sowing; 30 cm rows; ensure moisture

Provides income even with delayed sowing in Jalaun

Radish

Direct sowing; 30 cm row spacing; thin to 5–8 cm between plants

Early harvest (40–45 days); strong winter demand in Jalaun

Spinach (Palak)

Direct sowing; rows 20–25 cm apart; thin after 15 days

Quick harvest in 25–30 days; high local demand in Jalaun

Coriander (Dhania)

Sow soaked/half-crushed seed in rows 25 cm apart

Dual income: greens in ~25 days + dry seed in ~90 days in Jalaun

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Rampura

Mustard, Fenugreek, Potato

Cauliflower, Cabbage

Aphids on mustard, Diamondback moth on cabbage

Maintain soil moisture for potato

Madhogarh

Pea, Chickpea, Radish

Brinjal, Tomato

Pod borer in chickpea, Whitefly on brinjal

Light irrigation for pea, avoid waterlogging

Kadaura

Barley, Lentil, Spinach

Tomato, Chili

Early blight on tomato, Thrips on chili

Drip irrigation for tomato, monitor soil moisture

Jalaun

Wheat (late Nov), Mustard

Cauliflower, Tomato

Mustard aphid, Fruit borer on tomato

Irrigate wheat at CRI stage, if needed

Orai

Gram, Potato

Cabbage, Brinjal

Cutworms in potato, Aphids on cabbage

Ensure proper drainage for potato

Konch

Fenugreek, Coriander, Pea

Tomato, Cauliflower

Whitefly on tomato, Diamondback moth on cauliflower

Light irrigation for leafy vegetables

Nadigaon

Barley, Lentil

Brinjal, Tomato

Aphids on lentil, Fruit borer on brinjal

Avoid overwatering, maintain soil moisture

Maheva

Mustard, Potato

Tomato

Early blight on potato, Fruit fly on tomato

Irrigate potato based on need

Dakore

Coriander, Fenugreek, Wheat (late Nov)

Brinjal, Cabbage

Shoot borer in brinjal, Cabbage butterfly

Maintain moisture for coriander and fenugreek

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Jalaun Block

  • Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip
  • Transplant: Chili, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Radish and Turnip mature quickly, providing early income in November.
    • Transplanting chili and brinjal now allows for harvest before the peak winter, avoiding frost damage.
  • Advantage: Quick harvest of root vegetables and healthier growth of transplanted crops.

🌾 Dakor Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Fenugreek (Methi)
  • Prepare Seedbed: Onion
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard provides good returns, and Methi can be harvested multiple times.
    • Prepare onion nurseries for transplanting in December.
  • Advantage: Timely sowing ensures optimal yield.

🌾 Madhogarh Block

  • Sow now: Pea, Potato
  • Transplant: Cabbage
  • How & Why:
    • Pea and potato benefit from cooler November temperatures.
    • Cabbage transplanted now will mature in the favorable climate.
  • Advantage: Suitable crops for the prevailing weather conditions.

🌾 Nadigaon Block

  • Sow now: Garlic, Coriander
  • Prepare for sowing: Wheat
  • How & Why:
    • Garlic requires a cooler climate for proper bulb development.
    • Coriander sown now will provide a good harvest in late December and January.
  • Advantage: Garlic and coriander growth before winter sets in.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

  • Potato/Tomato: Early blight, Late blight, Fruit borer (tomato)
  • Pea/Gram: Powdery mildew, Pod borer
  • Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth (DBM), Aphids
  • Leafy greens (Spinach, Methi): Aphids, Cutworm

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 10–15 days for most Rabi crops (check soil moisture before watering).
  • Ensure good drainage in fields and nurseries to prevent root rot, especially during cooler nights.
  • Use mulching (dry leaves, straw, plastic where feasible) to conserve soil moisture and control winter weeds.
  • For potato, pea, and winter vegetables, use furrow irrigation or drip where available for efficient water use.

Conclusion

November in Jalaun is all about timely action and crop establishment:

  • Complete sowing of main rabi crops like Potato, Pea, Onion, and Garlic for good yields.
  • Sow quick-growing leafy greens (spinach, fenugreek) and root vegetables (radish, carrot) directly.
  • Transplant healthy seedlings of cabbage, cauliflower, and broccoli to establish your winter harvest.
  • Manage irrigation carefully; cooler weather means less water, but consistent moisture is key.
  • Monitor for early pest attacks and diseases in young crops, act swiftly if found.

By focusing on timely sowing of main rabi crops, nurturing transplanted vegetables, and protecting young plants, you'll ensure a successful and profitable winter harvest.

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