Vegetables to grow in march in Maharajganj up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Maharajganj, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Anandnagar, Brijmanganj, Dhani, Ghughli, Lakshmipur, Maharajganj, Mithaura, Nautanwa, Nichlaul, Paniyara, Partawal, Siswa, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Muskmelon, Watermelon, Bottle Gourd, Pumpkin. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Cauliflower.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This marks the start of the Zaid season after the Rabi harvest, so soil moisture is decreasing and regular irrigation is critical for summer crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

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

What fields typically look like early march

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, wheat, mustard, and potato are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, tomato, chilli, 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: Lentil and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (March)

Sowing of summer vegetables:
Start sowing summer vegetables like okra, cucumber, pumpkin, bitter gourd, bottle gourd, and watermelon. Ensure proper irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Early sowing can help fetch better prices in the market.

Land preparation for paddy:
Prepare the land for the upcoming paddy season. Ploughing and leveling should be completed.
✅ Benefit – Timely land preparation ensures timely sowing of paddy.

Sugarcane planting:
Continue planting sugarcane in Maharajganj. Use improved varieties and ensure proper spacing.
✅ Benefit – Sugarcane is a major cash crop in this region.

Mango orchard management:
Provide proper irrigation and nutrient management to mango orchards. Control pests and diseases.
✅ Benefit – Ensures good fruit set and yield.

Animal fodder cultivation:
Sow fodder crops like maize and sorghum to ensure sufficient feed for livestock during the summer.
✅ Benefit – Prevents fodder scarcity during lean periods.

👉 In this way, by planning summer vegetables, paddy preparation, sugarcane, mango orchard management, and fodder cultivation in March, farmers in Maharajganj can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Anandnagar Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin.
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
• These vegetables can tolerate the increasing temperatures of March.
• Early sowing ensures a good yield before the monsoon season arrives.

Advantage: Capitalize on early market prices before the peak season.

🌾 Brijmanganj Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Beans (Guar).
• Prepare Seedlings: Sponge Gourd (Turai), Ridge Gourd (Tori).
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and cluster beans are relatively heat-tolerant and fast-growing.
  • Start seedlings for gourds to get a head start for summer production.
• Advantage: Quick yield with minimal water requirement initially.

🌾 Dhani Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobiya).
• Transplant: Early varieties of Mango grafts (if feasible with irrigation).
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and cowpea are fast-growing and provide nutritious greens/vegetables.
  • March is suitable for early mango grafting (check local success rates and irrigation availability).
• Advantage: Diversify with fast-growing crops and long-term fruit investment.

🌾 Ghughli Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, Muskmelon.
• Prepare Seedbeds: Tomato, Brinjal (for late summer transplant).
• How & Why:
  
  • Melons thrive in warm weather and require ample sunlight.
  • Prepare seedbeds for late summer crops to ensure continuous supply.
• Advantage: High-value crops with potential for good returns.

🌾 Lakshmipur Block

• Sow now: Summer Squash (vegetable marrow), Round gourd (Tinda).
• Soil Preparation: Prepare fields for ginger and turmeric planting (if planned).
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer squash and round gourd are quick-growing and suitable for the season.
  • Prepare land for ginger/turmeric if you intend to plant with pre-monsoon showers.
• Advantage: Timely planting of summer vegetables and preparation for upcoming crops.

🌾 Maharajganj Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin.
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables can tolerate the increasing temperatures of March.
  • Early sowing ensures a good yield before the monsoon season arrives.
• Advantage: Capitalize on early market prices before the peak season.

🌾 Mithaura Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Beans (Guar).
• Prepare Seedlings: Sponge Gourd (Turai), Ridge Gourd (Tori).
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and cluster beans are relatively heat-tolerant and fast-growing.
  • Start seedlings for gourds to get a head start for summer production.
• Advantage: Quick yield with minimal water requirement initially.

🌾 Nautanwa Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobiya).
• Transplant: Early varieties of Mango grafts (if feasible with irrigation).
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and cowpea are fast-growing and provide nutritious greens/vegetables.
  • March is suitable for early mango grafting (check local success rates and irrigation availability).
• Advantage: Diversify with fast-growing crops and long-term fruit investment.

🌾 Nichlaul Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, Muskmelon.
• Prepare Seedbeds: Tomato, Brinjal (for late summer transplant).
• How & Why:
  
  • Melons thrive in warm weather and require ample sunlight.
  • Prepare seedbeds for late summer crops to ensure continuous supply.
• Advantage: High-value crops with potential for good returns.

🌾 Paniyara Block

• Sow now: Summer Squash (vegetable marrow), Round gourd (Tinda).
• Soil Preparation: Prepare fields for ginger and turmeric planting (if planned).
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer squash and round gourd are quick-growing and suitable for the season.
  • Prepare land for ginger/turmeric if you intend to plant with pre-monsoon showers.
• Advantage: Timely planting of summer vegetables and preparation for upcoming crops.

🌾 Partawal Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin.
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables can tolerate the increasing temperatures of March.
  • Early sowing ensures a good yield before the monsoon season arrives.
• Advantage: Capitalize on early market prices before the peak season.

🌾 Siswa Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Beans (Guar).
• Prepare Seedlings: Sponge Gourd (Turai), Ridge Gourd (Tori).
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and cluster beans are relatively heat-tolerant and fast-growing.
  • Start seedlings for gourds to get a head start for summer production.
• Advantage: Quick yield with minimal water requirement initially.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly, Jassids
  
  

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 5–7 days (soil-moisture based), as temperatures rise.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

March in Maharajganj is all about smart planning:

• Finish harvesting of remaining winter vegetables like potato, radish, and late peas.
  
• Prepare fields and sow seeds of summer cucurbits (Lauki, Karela, Kheera, Torai).
  
• Start sowing Okra (Bhindi) for early summer harvest.
  
• Raise nurseries for chilli, brinjal, and tomato for transplanting next month.
  
• Manage water efficiently as temperatures rise, and keep an eye on early pests.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—timely harvest of winter crops, early sowing of summer vegetables for cash flow, and strategic nursery raising for main season crops—you’ll ensure a strong, steady, and profitable summer season.