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

Are you a farmer from Lalitpur, up (UP)? In January, in blocks like Barhtha, Jakhaura, Lalitpur, Madawara, Mahroni, Talbehat, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Mustard, Peas, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Bottle Gourd.

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

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Lalitpur 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, tomato, and sugarcane are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Chilli, brinjal, onion, 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: Chickpea and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (January) - Lalitpur

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Broad beans, 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 onion seedlings from nurseries, especially early-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 January, 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 January in Lalitpur, farmers can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View) for January - Lalitpur, Uttar Pradesh

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Barhtha Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea.
• Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard can be sown as intercrop with potato and pea.
  • Raise seedlings of summer vegetables to get timely yield.
    
• Advantage: Enhanced income and timely availability of vegetables.
  

🌾 Jakhaura Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea.
• Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard can be sown as intercrop with potato and pea.
  • Raise seedlings of summer vegetables to get timely yield.
    
• Advantage: Enhanced income and timely availability of vegetables.
  

🌾 Lalitpur Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea.
• Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard can be sown as intercrop with potato and pea.
  • Raise seedlings of summer vegetables to get timely yield.
    
• Advantage: Enhanced income and timely availability of vegetables.
  

🌾 Madawara Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea.
• Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard can be sown as intercrop with potato and pea.
  • Raise seedlings of summer vegetables to get timely yield.
    
• Advantage: Enhanced income and timely availability of vegetables.
  

🌾 Mahroni Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea.
• Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard can be sown as intercrop with potato and pea.
  • Raise seedlings of summer vegetables to get timely yield.
    
• Advantage: Enhanced income and timely availability of vegetables.
  

🌾 Talbehat Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea.
• Prepare Seedbed: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard can be sown as intercrop with potato and pea.
  • Raise seedlings of summer vegetables to get timely yield.
    
• Advantage: Enhanced income and timely availability of vegetables.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Lalitpur, January)

• Cabbage/Cauliflower/Mustard: Aphids, Diamondback moth
  
• Peas: Aphids, Pod borer (later in the month)
  
• Leafy greens (Spinach/Fenugreek): Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Potato: Aphids, Early blight (if humidity is high)
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested leaves/plants.
  
• Use yellow sticky traps for flying insects like aphids/whiteflies. Keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation (Lalitpur, January)

• Give light irrigation every 10–15 days (soil-moisture based). Avoid overwatering in cold.
  
• Water in the morning to allow plants to dry before evening cold.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and protect roots from frost.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation where possible to save water and reduce leaf wetness.
  

Conclusion

January in Lalitpur focuses on smart maintenance and future planning:

• Continue harvesting mature winter vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, peas, and root crops for market.
  
• Protect sensitive crops from frost, especially during cold nights, using appropriate covers or light irrigation.
  
• Ensure timely weeding and proper irrigation to maintain optimal soil moisture for established crops.
  
• Vigilantly monitor for winter pests (e.g., aphids) and diseases, taking prompt and organic-friendly action.
  
• Start preparing nursery beds for early summer vegetables like tomato, brinjal, and chilli towards the end of the month.
  
  

By prioritizing frost protection, continuous harvesting, and early preparation for summer crops, you'll ensure a healthy yield and a smooth transition into the next planting season, securing steady income.