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

Are you a farmer from Kanpur Nagar, up (UP)? In November, in blocks like Bhitargaon, Bilhaur, Bithoor, Chaubepur, Ghatampur, Kalyanpur, Patara, Sarsaul, Shivrajpur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Paddy, Sugarcane, Pigeon Pea, Maize, Urad. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Onion, Brinjal.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard are also being sown. This is the peak of the Rabi sowing season after the Kharif harvest, and with receding soil moisture, timely pre-sowing irrigation is crucial for good germination. So your planning now will decide your profits in January–February.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Kanpur Nagar 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: Rice, maize, sugarcane, and pigeon pea 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: Mustard and potato continue in suitable areas.
  
  

👉 Overall, in early november, fields in Kanpur Nagar 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):
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, farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bhitargaon Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Fenugreek (Methi), Spinach
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
• Radish and Spinach mature quickly, providing early income in November.
• Transplanting Cabbage and Cauliflower in early November allows for harvesting before heavy frost.
  

Advantage: Early harvest of vegetables maximizes market prices before winter glut.

🌾 Bilhaur Block

• Sow now: Mustard Greens (Sarson), Turnip, Coriander (Dhaniya)
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard Greens and Coriander are fast-growing options for a quick return.
  • Tomato and Chili transplants benefit from the remaining warmth of early November for strong root development.
    
• Advantage: Diversified crop selection ensures continuous income stream.
  

🌾 Bithoor Block

• Sow now: Pea, Broad Bean (Sem)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Eggplant)
• How & Why:
  
  • Peas and Broad Beans are cold-tolerant legumes that thrive in November planting.
  • Brinjal transplants take advantage of the slightly warmer soil for establishment before winter.
    
• Advantage: Legumes improve soil health and provide a valuable protein source.
  

🌾 Chaubepur Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion
• Transplant: Broccoli
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and Onion require a long growing season, making November the ideal planting time.
  • Broccoli transplants get a head start for spring harvest.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops with good market demand.
  

🌾 Ghatampur Block

• Sow now: Potato
• Transplant: Capsicum (Bell Pepper)
• How & Why:
  
  • November is optimal for Potato sowing to avoid frost damage to young plants.
  • Capsicum transplants benefit from protected cultivation if possible.
    
• Advantage: Potato is a staple crop and Capsicum fetches high prices.
  

🌾 Kalyanpur Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Spinach
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Early Tomato Varieties
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing greens provide fast returns before winter sets in.
  • Early tomato transplanting takes advantage of the last warm days of November for establishment.
    
• Advantage: Fast cash crops combined with early season vegetables.
  

🌾 Patara Block

• Sow now: Mustard (Rai), Chickpea (Chana)
• Transplant: Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and Chickpea are important oilseed and pulse crops respectively, best sown in November.
  • Cabbage transplants establish well in the cooler temperatures.
    
• Advantage: Crop diversification and oilseed/pulse production.
  

🌾 Sarsaul Block

• Sow now: Lentil (Masoor), Field Pea (Matar)
• Transplant: None (Focus on sowing)
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil and Field Pea are important pulse crops that benefit from November sowing.
  • Focus on sowing pulses to improve soil fertility.
    
• Advantage: Pulse production enhances soil health and provides a valuable food source.
  

🌾 Shivrajpur Block

• Sow now: Barley (Jau), Oat (Jai)
• Transplant: None (Focus on sowing)
• How & Why:
  
  • Barley and Oat are fodder crops ideal for sowing in November for winter feed.
  • Focus on sowing fodder crops to ensure livestock feed availability.
    
• Advantage: Fodder production supports livestock farming.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Cole crops (Cabbage, Cauliflower): Diamondback moth, Aphids
  
• Peas: Powdery mildew, Aphids
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
  

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 (soil-moisture based), depending on crop.
  
• Avoid water stagnation, especially in nurseries; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw) to save moisture, control weeds, and maintain soil temperature.
  
• Prefer furrow or drip irrigation for row crops where possible.
  

Conclusion

November in Kanpur Nagar is about smart winter farming:

• Keep planting quick leafy vegetables like spinach, coriander, and fenugreek for regular harvest.
  
• Ensure good growth of transplanted crops like cabbage, cauliflower, tomato, brinjal, and potato through timely feeding.
  
• Sow root vegetables such as carrot and radish; also plant late onion and garlic if not done.
  
• Regularly check for pests and diseases, especially aphids on greens and early blight in potatoes.
  
• Manage irrigation carefully to maintain optimal soil moisture; prepare for potential light frost towards month-end.
  
  

Following these steps—continuous greens for steady income, strong growth for main winter crops, and vigilant pest and frost management—will ensure a prosperous winter harvest in Kanpur Nagar.