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

Are you a farmer from Mahoba, up (UP)? In November, in blocks like Charkhari, Jaitpur, Kulpahar, Mahoba, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Brinjal, Chilli, Tomato, Radish, Carrot, Okra. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brinjal, Chilli, Onion.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. This is the main Rabi sowing season after the Kharif harvest, and while soil moisture is often good, planning for irrigation is important as the weather cools. So your planning now will decide your profits in January–February.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Mahoba 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 november

  • Standing/harvest crops: Paddy, maize, and groundnut are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  • Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, and chili 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 sesame continue in suitable areas.

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

What to start now (November)

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 Mahoba Farmers

Mustard

Direct sowing; rows 30–45 cm apart; thin after germination

Good oilseed option; drought-tolerant; steady income

Chickpea (Gram)

Sow in rows 30-45 cm apart; ensure good soil moisture

High demand pulse crop; good market price in Mahoba

Wheat (Timely Sown)

Sow in rows 20-22.5 cm apart; use recommended seed rate

Staple food crop; ensures food security and income

Barley

Direct sowing; rows 22.5 cm apart

Requires less water; suitable for marginal lands in Mahoba

Lentil (Masoor)

Broadcast or line sowing; 30 cm row spacing

Short duration pulse crop; fits well in crop rotations

Potato

Plant tubers 60 cm x 20 cm; ensure proper earthing up

High yielding; good market demand in Uttar Pradesh

Pea (Main Season)

Direct sowing; 30 cm rows; 5-7 cm plant spacing

Good market price; improves soil fertility

Radish

Direct sowing; 30 cm row spacing; thin to 5–8 cm between plants

Fast growing; fills market gaps, provides quick returns

Carrot

Direct sowing on raised beds; 20 cm rows

Good market price in November-December months

Garlic

Plant cloves 15 cm x 7.5 cm; irrigate immediately

High value spice crop; good returns for Mahoba farmers

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Kulpahar

Radish, Spinach, Fenugreek

Tomato, Chili

Aphids on Mustard

Irrigate based on soil moisture

Charkhari

Coriander, Pea

Cabbage, Cauliflower

Diamondback Moth on Cabbage

Use drip irrigation

Mahoba

Mustard, Potato

Brinjal

Early Blight on Potato

Avoid over-irrigation

Kabrai

Garlic, Onion

Tomato

Thrips on Onion

Furrow irrigation is recommended

Panwari

Gram, Lentil

Cauliflower

Pod Borer on Gram

Light irrigation after sowing

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Charkhari Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Pea, Potato, Wheat
  • Care for: Early blight in Potato, Powdery mildew in Pea.
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard/Potato can be intercropped with Wheat.
    • Timely action against blight/mildew saves yield.
  • Advantage: Diversified income + disease control = better yield.

🌾 Jaitpur Block

  • Sow now: Chickpea, Lentil, Barley
  • Care for: Pod borer in Chickpea, Rust in Barley
  • How & Why:
    • Chickpea/Lentil fix nitrogen, good for soil.
    • Rust spreads fast in Barley; control is key.
  • Advantage: Soil health + disease management = higher returns.

🌾 Kulpahar Block

  • Sow now: Linseed, Fenugreek
  • Prepare land for: Summer Vegetables (planning)
  • How & Why:
    • Linseed is drought-resistant, low maintenance.
    • Early planning for summer crops avoids last-minute rush.
  • Advantage: Resource-efficient + planned approach = sustainable farming.

🌾 Mahoba Block

  • Sow now: Oat (fodder), Radish, Carrot
  • Protect from: Frost, Stray animals
  • How & Why:
    • Oat provides green fodder for livestock in winter.
    • Frost/Animals can damage young plants.
  • Advantage: Livestock support + crop protection = integrated farming.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

  • Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, whitefly, leaf miner, late blight
  • Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, aphids
  • Peas: Pod borer, powdery mildew
  • 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 irrigation every 10–15 days (soil-moisture based), as needed for Mahoba's winter.
  • Avoid water stagnation; ensure proper drainage, especially in cooler months.
  • Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  • Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for efficient water use where possible.

Conclusion

November in Mahoba is key for winter vegetable success:

  • Ensure main winter vegetable transplants (like tomato, brinjal, cauliflower, cabbage) are well-established.
  • Continue sowing quick leafy greens (spinach, coriander, fenugreek) in batches for steady income.
  • Manage early sown pea and potato crops, providing necessary irrigation and nutrients.
  • Stay vigilant for cold weather; protect young plants, especially towards month-end.
  • Keep weeds in check and provide light, timely irrigation to all winter crops.

By focusing on strong crop establishment, continuous greens for cash, and proactive cold protection, you'll ensure a robust and profitable winter harvest.

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