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

Are you a farmer from Kaushambi, up (UP)? In November, in blocks like Chail, Kaushambi, Karari, Manjhanpur, Mooratganj, Nevada, Saray Akil, Sirathu, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Paddy, Sugarcane, Potato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Tomato. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Onion, Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Late Cauliflower.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. This is the peak of the Rabi sowing season after the monsoon has withdrawn, so proper field preparation and pre-sowing irrigation are crucial for good crop establishment. So your planning now will decide your profits in January–February.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Kaushambi 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 october

  • Standing/harvest crops: Okra, brinjal, tomato, and early cauliflower are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  • Nursery beds: Chilli, tomato, 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: Urad and groundnut continue in suitable upland areas.

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

What to start now (November) in Kaushambi

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

Crop

How to Plant (Method & Spacing)

Advantage for Farmers in Kaushambi

Mustard

Direct sowing; rows 30-45 cm apart; thin to 10-15 cm

Good oilseed crop for Kaushambi; withstands cooler temperatures

Potato

Plant seed tubers 20-25 cm apart in rows 60 cm apart

High demand in Kaushambi markets; good yield potential

Wheat

Drill sowing in rows 20-22.5 cm apart

Staple crop for Kaushambi; ensures food security

Chickpea (Gram)

Sow in rows 30-45 cm apart; plant spacing 10 cm

Good source of protein; adapts well to Kaushambi soil

Lentil (Masoor)

Line sowing with 25-30 cm row spacing

Short duration crop; improves soil fertility in Kaushambi

Pea

Direct sowing; rows 30 cm apart; 5-7 cm seed spacing

Vegetable and pulse; fetches good price in local markets

Barley

Drill sowing with 22.5 cm row spacing

Suitable for marginal lands; good for animal feed in Kaushambi

Radish

Direct sowing; 30 cm row spacing; thin to 5-8 cm

Fast growing vegetable; early income for Kaushambi farmers

Spinach (Palak)

Direct sowing; rows 20-25 cm apart; thin after germination

Nutritious leafy vegetable; high local demand in Kaushambi

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Sirathu

Mustard, Potato

Cauliflower, Tomato

Aphids in Mustard

Irrigate Potato at Tuberization

Muranpur Kohrau

Pea, Chickpea

Brinjal, Cabbage

Pod Borer in Chickpea

Light Irrigation for Germination

Kaushambi

Lentil, Barley

Tomato

Powdery Mildew in Pea

Drip Irrigation for Tomato

Manjhanpur

Radish, Carrot

Chili

Fruit Borer in Tomato

Mulch to Conserve Moisture

Chail

Spinach, Fenugreek

Cabbage, Brinjal

Cutworms in Nurseries

Avoid Waterlogging

Nevada

Mustard, Potato

Cauliflower

Whitefly in Vegetables

Improve Drainage

Sandiapan

Coriander, Fenugreek

Brinjal

Aphids in Greens

No Overwatering

Bharwari

Carrot, Turnip

Tomato

Fruit Fly

Weekly Irrigation

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Chail Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Fenugreek (Methi), Radish, Spinach
  • Transplant: Tomato, Chili
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard can be sown as an intercrop; Methi and Spinach are short duration and provide quick income.
    • Chili and Tomato transplanting should be completed to avoid losses due to frost in late December/January.
  • Advantage: Maximized land use with intercropping and timely planting for better yields and market prices.

🌾 Kaushambi Block

  • Sow now: Pea, Gram (Chickpea), Lentil
  • Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
  • How & Why:
    • Pea, Gram, and Lentil are important Rabi crops, providing good returns in Kaushambi region.
    • Cabbage and Cauliflower should be transplanted now to get good head size and avoid late season pests.
  • Advantage: These crops are suitable for the region's soil and climatic conditions, ensuring better yields and income.

🌾 Karari Block

  • Sow now: Barley, Mustard
  • Transplant: Brinjal, Chili
  • How & Why:
    • Barley is good for drought-prone areas and Mustard provides oilseed option.
    • Brinjal and Chili transplanting is crucial for a good winter harvest.
  • Advantage: Crop diversification and drought resistance.

🌾 Manjhanpur Block

  • Sow now: Potato, Wheat (late sowing)
  • Transplant: Tomato
  • How & Why:
    • Potato sowing should be completed this month for optimum yields; late sowing of wheat can be started.
    • Tomato transplanting should be prioritized to catch the early market.
  • Advantage: Higher yields with timely sowing and transplanting.

🌾 Mooratganj Block

  • Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip
  • Transplant: Cauliflower
  • How & Why:
    • These root vegetables can be harvested in 60-70 days and give quick returns.
    • Cauliflower transplanting should be completed to get a good yield.
  • Advantage: Short duration crops with good market demand.

🌾 Nevada Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Gram (Chickpea)
  • Transplant: Chili, Tomato
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard is a good oilseed option, and Gram is an important pulse crop.
    • Chili and Tomato transplanting is crucial for a good winter harvest.
  • Advantage: Diversified cropping system with both oilseed and pulse crops.

🌾 Saray Akil Block

  • Sow now: Lentil, Pea
  • Transplant: Cabbage
  • How & Why:
    • Lentil and Pea are important pulse crops for nutritional security.
    • Cabbage transplanting should be done to get good head formation.
  • Advantage: Improves soil fertility and provides protein-rich crops.

🌾 Sirathu Block

  • Sow now: Wheat, Mustard
  • Transplant: Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Wheat sowing should be completed this month, and Mustard can be grown as an intercrop.
    • Brinjal transplanting should be completed for a good winter harvest.
  • Advantage: Staple food and oilseed crop combination.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

  • Crucifers (Gobhi/Bandhgobi/Mooli): Diamondback moth, Aphids
  • Peas (Matar): Pod borer, Aphids
  • Potato (Aloo): Early blight, Cutworm
  • Leafy Greens (Palak/Methi): Aphids, Leaf miners

Simple actions:

  • Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  • Remove and destroy infested leaves/plants, especially those with borers.
  • Use pheromone traps for borers where applicable; keep fields clean of weeds.
  • For blight in potato, ensure good air circulation and timely fungicide application if needed.

Irrigation

  • Give light irrigation every 10–15 days for established crops, based on soil moisture.
  • Newly sown fields or young plants need regular, light watering to maintain moisture.
  • Avoid waterlogging; ensure proper drainage, especially for cool-season crops.
  • Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.

Conclusion

November in Kaushambi means focusing on winter vegetable establishment:

  • Ensure timely transplanting of main winter vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, tomato, and brinjal.
  • Complete sowing of main potato crop and early varieties of pea for good market prices.
  • Sow direct-seeded quick-growing greens like spinach, fenugreek, and coriander for continuous harvest.
  • Manage irrigation carefully as winter sets in; ensure adequate moisture without waterlogging.
  • Monitor young plantings closely for pests and diseases, and maintain good field hygiene.

By following these steps—establishing your main winter crops, planting short-duration greens for regular income, and securing your potato and pea yield—you’ll ensure a productive and profitable winter season.

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