Vegetables to grow in december in Kushinagar up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Kushinagar, up (UP)? In December, in blocks like Dudahi, Fazilnagar, Hata, Kaptanganj, Kasia, Khadda, Kushinagar, Motichak, Naurangia, Padrauna, Ramkola, Sukrauli, Tamkuhiraj, Vishunpura, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Peas, Mustard. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Onion.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Radish are also being sown. This is the peak of the Rabi season, with cool, dry weather, so maintaining soil moisture with timely irrigation is crucial for crop success. So your planning now will decide your profits in February–March.

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

What fields typically look like early december

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, paddy, pigeon pea, and maize 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 lentil continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (December)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Pea, Chickpea, Lentil, Mustard, Wheat (late variety), Barley.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely sowing before the temperature drops further.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for onion.
✅ Benefit – Get seedlings ready for transplanting in January-February.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Garlic, Onion (early varieties).
✅ Benefit – Early planting helps in better bulb formation and yield.

Vegetable crops (with irrigation):
Potato, Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli.
✅ Benefit – Provides continuous supply of vegetables and income.

Fodder crops:
Berseem, Oat.
✅ Benefit – Provides nutritious fodder for livestock during winter.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, vegetables, and fodder crops in December in Kushinagar, farmers can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Dudahi Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and Spinach are short duration crops, good for quick income.
  • Transplanting Chilli and Brinjal in December ensures good growth before peak winter.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income with short and medium duration crops.
  

🌾 Fazilnagar Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Coriander
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Mustard are good winter crops that can tolerate cold.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower transplanting now will result in a good harvest in late winter.
    
• Advantage: Utilize the winter season for optimal yield.
  

🌾 Hata Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Garlic, Onion
• Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Fenugreek and Garlic are profitable in local markets.
  • Tomato and Capsicum transplanting benefits from the milder December weather for root establishment.
    
• Advantage: Focus on high-value crops for better returns.
  

🌾 Kaptanganj Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Spinach
• Transplant: Brinjal, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and Spinach provide quick yield.
  • Brinjal and Tomato require timely transplanting for a successful winter crop.
    
• Advantage: Quick income and staple vegetable production.
  

🌾 Kasia Block

• Sow now: Coriander, Mustard, Pea
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Coriander and Mustard are less water-intensive options.
  • Cauliflower and Cabbage need cooler temperatures during their early growth stages.
    
• Advantage: Balanced cropping for sustainable yield.
  

🌾 Khadda Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion, Fenugreek
• Transplant: Capsicum, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and Onion are in high demand during winter months.
  • Capsicum and Tomato thrive with proper care in the early winter season.
    
• Advantage: Capitalize on market demand for higher profits.
  

🌾 Kushinagar Block

• Sow now: Radish, Spinach, Carrot
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and Spinach mature quickly, providing early income.
  • Chilli and Brinjal benefit from early transplanting before the harshest winter.
    
• Advantage: Early harvest and income generation.
  

🌾 Motichak Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Coriander
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Mustard are suitable for the December climate.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower require cooler temperatures for head formation.
    
• Advantage: Optimal conditions for winter vegetable growth.
  

🌾 Naurangia Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek, Garlic, Onion
• Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Fenugreek and Garlic are valuable for local markets.
  • Tomato and Capsicum benefit from the milder December weather for root development.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops with steady demand.
  

🌾 Padrauna Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Spinach
• Transplant: Brinjal, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and Spinach provide quick turnover.
  • Brinjal and Tomato transplanting ensures a good yield during the winter season.
    
• Advantage: Quick income and popular vegetable production.
  

🌾 Ramkola Block

• Sow now: Coriander, Mustard, Pea
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Coriander and Mustard can be grown with minimal water requirements.
  • Cauliflower and Cabbage benefit from the colder climate.
    
• Advantage: Sustainable cropping with good yields.
  

🌾 Sukrauli Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion, Fenugreek
• Transplant: Capsicum, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and Onion fetch good prices in winter.
  • Capsicum and Tomato are profitable if transplanted timely.
    
• Advantage: High-return crops for increased income.
  

🌾 Tamkuhiraj Block

• Sow now: Radish, Spinach, Carrot
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and Spinach are fast-growing crops for quick revenue.
  • Chilli and Brinjal require careful management during the winter months.
    
• Advantage: Fast income and essential vegetable supply.
  

🌾 Vishunpura Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Coriander
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Mustard are well-suited for winter.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower thrive in cooler temperatures.
    
• Advantage: Winter-friendly crops for optimal yield.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, Aphids
  
• Peas: Powdery mildew, Pod borer
  
• Potato/Tomato: Early blight, Aphids
  
• Leafy greens: 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, depending on soil moisture and fog/dew.
  
• Irrigate a day before expected frost to protect plants.
  
• Avoid overwatering in cold conditions; ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to retain soil warmth, save moisture, and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer furrow or drip irrigation for crops like potato, peas, and cabbage where possible.
  

Conclusion

December in Kushinagar is all about careful management:

• Focus on timely harvesting of mature winter vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, radish, and carrot.
  
• Regularly harvest leafy greens such as spinach, fenugreek, and mustard for continuous income.
  
• Monitor existing pea crops for flowering and pod development, ensuring timely picking.
  
• Protect sensitive crops like tomato, brinjal, and chilly from severe cold and frost using covers or mulching.
  
• Maintain optimal soil moisture with light, need-based irrigation, and scout vigilantly for pests and diseases.
  
  

By focusing on timely harvesting, protecting crops from extreme cold, and vigilant management of pests and diseases, you’ll ensure a steady yield and maintain profitability through the peak winter season.