Vegetables to grow in january in Lakhimpur Kheri up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Lakhimpur Kheri, up (UP)? In January, in blocks like Behjam, Bijua, Dhaurahra, Gola, Isanagar, Kaimahra, Lakhimpur, Mitauli, Mohammadi, Nakaha, Nighasan, Palia, Pasgawan, Phardhan, Ramiyabehar, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Sugarcane, Peas, Carrot, Radish, Cauliflower. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek are also being sown. This is the peak of the Rabi season, with cold and dry weather, so managing irrigation is crucial for the standing crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in March–April.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Lakhimpur Kheri district for the month of January. 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 January according to your area.

What fields typically look like early january

• Standing/harvest crops: Mustard, potato, sugarcane, and wheat are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chilli, and onion seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhania) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea (arhar) and groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (January) in Lakhimpur Kheri

Sowing of Sugarcane: Farmers of Lakhimpur Kheri can start sowing sugarcane in January. It's a crucial cash crop for the region. Use recommended varieties by the agriculture department.
✅ Benefit – Timely sowing ensures optimal growth and yield.

Wheat Irrigation: This is the critical time for the second irrigation of wheat crop. Ensure proper moisture in the field for healthy grain development.
✅ Benefit – Proper irrigation leads to better grain filling and increased yield.

Mustard crop care: Monitor mustard crops for aphids and other pests. Implement integrated pest management strategies, including neem-based pesticides.
✅ Benefit – Protects the crop from damage and ensures a healthy harvest.

Potato crop management: Regularly inspect potato crops for late blight disease. If symptoms appear, apply recommended fungicides.
✅ Benefit – Prevents widespread disease and protects the potato yield.

Lentil Sowing: Farmers can sow lentils. Use improved varieties recommended by the agricultural department.
✅ Benefit – Lentils are nitrogen-fixing crops that improve soil fertility and provide a good source of protein.

👉 In this way, by planning sowing of sugarcane, wheat irrigation, mustard, potato and lentil crop, farmers of Lakhimpur Kheri can increase their income.

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

Information specific to Lakhimpur Kheri farmers.

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Behjam Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Mustard Greens
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and carrot mature quickly, providing early income.
  • Chili and brinjal transplants benefit from the cooler weather for root establishment.
    
• Advantage: Early cash crops and well-established main crops.
  

🌾 Bijua Block

• Sow now: Pea, Potato
• Transplant: Tomato seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and potato are well-suited for the January climate.
  • Tomato seedlings will establish well with proper care and watering.
    
• Advantage: Maximize yield with timely planting.
  

🌾 Dhaurahra Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion
• Prepare beds for: Okra, Bottle Gourd
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and onion benefit from the cool weather for bulb development.
  • Prepare beds now for summer crops to get a head start.
    
• Advantage: Timely sowing for profitable yields.
  

🌾 Gola Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and methi are excellent choices for the January climate.
  • Transplanting cabbage and cauliflower ensures healthy head development.
    
• Advantage: Diversified crops for stable income.
  

🌾 Isanagar Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Coriander (Dhaniya)
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and coriander provide a quick return.
  • Early tomato and chili transplants establish well.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash and strong crop establishment.
  

🌾 Kaimahra Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot
• Prepare beds for: Watermelon, Muskmelon
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and carrot are fast-growing crops.
  • Prepare beds in advance for upcoming summer crops.
    
• Advantage: Early income and prepared fields.
  

🌾 Lakhimpur Block

• Sow now: Potato, Pea
• Transplant: Brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato and pea thrive in cool weather.
  • Brinjal seedlings will establish well with proper irrigation.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops for maximum profit.
  

🌾 Mitauli Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Garlic
• Transplant: Cabbage seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and garlic are well-suited for January sowing.
  • Cabbage seedlings require careful transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Stable crops for reliable income.
  

🌾 Mohammadi Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Spinach
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Methi and spinach offer quick harvests.
  • Transplant cauliflower and tomato for optimal growth.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and healthy vegetables.
  

🌾 Nakaha Block

• Sow now: Coriander (Dhaniya), Radish
• Prepare beds for: Cucumber, Bitter Gourd
• How & Why:
  
  • Coriander and radish are short-duration crops.
  • Prepare beds now for summer vine crops.
    
• Advantage: Continuous income and prepared fields.
  

🌾 Nighasan Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard
• Transplant: Tomato seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and mustard are excellent choices for winter sowing.
  • Tomato seedlings establish well in cooler temperatures.
    
• Advantage: High yield and healthy transplants.
  

🌾 Palia Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and onion benefit from cool weather.
  • Brinjal and chili transplants will establish well.
    
• Advantage: Strong crop establishment and good yields.
  

🌾 Pasgawan Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Prepare beds for: Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and methi provide quick income.
  • Preparing beds now allows for early sowing of gourd vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Early cash flow and timely sowing.
  

🌾 Phardhan Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and carrot are fast-growing and profitable.
  • Cabbage and cauliflower seedlings need proper care after transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and well-established crops.
  

🌾 Ramiyabehar Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato
• Transplant: Tomato, Brinjal Seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and potato are reliable winter crops.
  • Transplanting tomato and brinjal seedlings now allows them to establish before warmer weather.
    
• Advantage: Ensures a good yield and strong plant growth.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Leafy greens (Spinach, Mustard): Aphids, cutworm
  
• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, aphids
  
• Potato: Late blight, aphids
  
• Peas: Powdery mildew, pod borer
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested leaves/affected plant parts.
  
• Use pheromone traps where suitable 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 based on soil moisture. Water during mid-day to avoid frost damage.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure good drainage and protect young plants from cold/frost.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture, control weeds, and protect roots from cold.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation to conserve water and prevent foliar diseases, especially for sensitive crops.
  

Conclusion

January in Lakhimpur Kheri is all about smart management and future planning:

• Continue harvesting mature winter vegetables (Cabbage, Cauliflower, Peas, Potato).
• Sow late-season leafy greens (Palak, Methi, Dhaniya) for quick returns.
• Plant onion seedlings for a good summer harvest.
• Start nursery for early summer crops (Tamatar, Baingan, Mirch, Shimla Mirch).
• Protect standing crops from frost with light irrigation or covering.
• Keep fields weed-free and manage pests/diseases diligently.

By focusing on timely harvesting, planting for early summer, and protecting your winter produce, you’ll ensure continuous income and prepare for a profitable spring-summer season.