Vegetables to grow in july in Meerut up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Meerut, up (UP)? In July, in blocks like Baleni, Binauli, Daurala, Hastinapur, Jani, Khar Khoda, Mawana, Meerut, Parikshitgarh, Rajpura, Rohta, Sardhana, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle gourd, Bitter gourd, Ridge gourd, Green chilli. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the peak of the Kharif sowing season with active monsoons, so soil moisture is high, but proper field drainage is essential to prevent waterlogging. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

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

What fields typically look like early july

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, maize, and early paddy are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Okra, brinjal, tomato, and chilli 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: Pigeon pea and cotton continue in suitable upland areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (July)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cowpea (Lobia), Cluster Bean (Guar), and leafy vegetables like Amaranthus (Chaulai) and Spinach (Palak).
✅ Benefit – These crops thrive in the monsoon season and provide a quick yield.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early varieties of Cauliflower, Cabbage, and Tomato. Ensure proper drainage in the nursery beds.
✅ Benefit – Early nursery preparation allows for timely transplanting and avoids potential delays due to heavy rainfall.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant rice seedlings (paddy) in well-prepared fields with proper water management. For vegetable crops, transplant early varieties of Chilli and Brinjal seedlings.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting of rice ensures optimum yield. Transplanting chilli and brinjal early allows for a longer growing season.

Vegetable cultivation on raised beds (for waterlogged areas):
Cucurbits like Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, and Pumpkin on raised beds to avoid waterlogging.
✅ Benefit – Raised beds prevent root rot and ensure healthy growth of cucurbits even in heavy rainfall conditions.

Ginger and Turmeric planting:
This is the ideal time to plant Ginger and Turmeric rhizomes. Ensure well-drained soil and partial shade.
✅ Benefit – Planting ginger and turmeric now will give them ample time to develop before the winter season.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and specific crops suitable for the monsoon season in July, farmers in Meerut can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Baleni Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Cucumber (Kheera)
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal (Baingan)
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and bottle gourd provide a steady income stream during July.
  • Early chilli and brinjal transplanting ensures a good yield in the later season.
    
• Advantage: Diversified vegetable production for consistent income in Meerut.
  

🌾 Binauli Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia)
• Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum (Shimla Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus grows quickly, providing early cash flow.
  • Tomato and capsicum transplanting now can yield a profitable harvest in the cooler months.
    
• Advantage: Quick-growing greens and high-value vegetables for better returns in Meerut.
  

🌾 Daurala Block

• Sow now: Cluster Bean (Guar), Sponge Gourd (Turai)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Baingan), Early Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Cluster bean and sponge gourd are adapted to the July climate in Meerut.
  • Transplanting brinjal and early cauliflower provides a stable crop for the upcoming season.
    
• Advantage: Climatically suitable vegetables and strategic transplanting for continuous yield.
  

🌾 Hastinapur Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Transplant: Tomato Seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and fenugreek are quick cash crops.
  • Early tomato transplanting gives higher yields and better prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick income and higher tomato yields.
  

🌾 Jani Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi)
• Transplant: Chilli seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra suits the climate and fetches reasonable price in the local market.
  • Chilli transplanting ensures good establishment before the heavy rains.
    
• Advantage: Timely sowing and transplanting for optimal yield.
  

🌾 Khar Khoda Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd (Lauki)
• Transplant: Brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Bottle gourd is a high-demand vegetable.
  • Brinjal transplanting ensures a good start for the winter crop.
    
• Advantage: High-demand crop and strategic transplanting.
  

🌾 Mawana Block

• Sow now: Cucumber (Kheera)
• Transplant: Tomato and Capsicum seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumber grows rapidly and gives quick returns.
  • Transplanting tomato and capsicum now results in better establishment and yield.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and optimal conditions for tomato and capsicum.
  

🌾 Meerut Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai)
• Transplant: Cauliflower seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus is a fast-growing leafy vegetable.
  • Early cauliflower transplanting gives good yields and market prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash crop and timely cauliflower.
  

🌾 Parikshitgarh Block

• Sow now: Cowpea (Lobia)
• Transplant: Chilli and Brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Cowpea is a nutritious and quick-growing vegetable.
  • Chilli and brinjal transplanting benefits from the monsoon climate.
    
• Advantage: Nutritional vegetable and favorable conditions for transplanting.
  

🌾 Rajpura Block

• Sow now: Cluster Bean (Guar)
• Transplant: Tomato seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Cluster bean is drought-resistant and provides good returns.
  • Early tomato transplanting helps avoid pest and disease issues.
    
• Advantage: Climate-resilient crop and reduced pest problems.
  

🌾 Rohta Block

• Sow now: Sponge Gourd (Turai)
• Transplant: Capsicum (Shimla Mirch) seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Sponge gourd is fast-growing and fetches good prices.
  • Capsicum transplanting gives good establishment and growth.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and healthy capsicum growth.
  

🌾 Sardhana Block

• Sow now: Radish (Mooli)
• Transplant: Early Cabbage seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish is a quick-growing vegetable for early cash.
  • Early cabbage transplanting gives better yield and prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick income and improved cabbage yield.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Meerut, July)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Downy Mildew, Vine borer
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners, Caterpillars
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly, Early Blight
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week, especially after rain. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves/plants promptly to prevent spread.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects. Maintain clean fields; manage weeds vigorously.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation (Meerut, July)

• Monitor rainfall daily; provide supplemental light irrigation only during dry spells, checking soil moisture.
  
• Ensure excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially in nurseries and low-lying areas.
  
• Use raised beds for monsoon crops where possible to improve drainage and aeration.
  
• Mulching with dry leaves/straw can help suppress weeds and maintain soil structure during breaks in rain.
  

Conclusion

July in Meerut is all about preparing for kharif and managing monsoon challenges:

• Sow main kharif vegetables like bhindi, lauki, tori, guar, and cucumber.
  
• Raise and transplant nurseries for early cauliflower, brinjal, and chilly.
  
• Plant quick leafy greens such as palak and chaulai in well-drained beds.
  
• Ensure excellent drainage across all fields to prevent waterlogging.
  
• Stay vigilant against monsoon pests, diseases, and manage weeds regularly.
  
  

If you follow these steps—sowing your main kharif crops, planting quick greens for cash, and diligently managing monsoon challenges like waterlogging, pests, and weeds—you’ll ensure a healthy harvest and strong start to the kharif season.