Vegetables to grow in june in Moradabad up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Moradabad, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Bhagwanpur, Bilari, Chhajlet, Dilari, Kanth, Kundarki, Moradabad, Mundha Pande, Thakurdwara, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cowpea. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Basella are also being sown. This is the beginning of the Kharif sowing season as farmers await the monsoon, so preserving soil moisture with light, frequent irrigation is key. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

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

What fields typically look like early june

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, mango, okra, and bottle gourd are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chili, brinjal, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, amaranth, and fenugreek sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urd bean and groundnut continue in suitable upland areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (June)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra, beans, leafy vegetables (spinach, amaranth), cucurbits (bottle gourd, bitter gourd, pumpkin), maize, and sorghum.
✅ Benefit – These crops thrive in the monsoon season and provide essential vegetables and fodder.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for rice, tomato, brinjal, chili, and cauliflower. These seedlings will be ready for transplanting in July-August.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely transplanting for a good yield.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Begin transplanting early rice varieties and vegetable seedlings as monsoon arrives.
✅ Benefit – Gives the crops a head start and utilizes the monsoon rains effectively.

Climbing vegetables (if irrigation available):
Bottle gourd, ridge gourd, cucumber, bitter gourd.
✅ Benefit – Ensures continuous green vegetable supply and steady income.

Fodder crops:
Sow fodder crops like maize, sorghum, and cluster bean for livestock feed.
✅ Benefit – Provides nutritious fodder during the monsoon and post-monsoon seasons.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and fodder crops in June, farmers of Moradabad can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bhagwanpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and gourds are fast-growing summer vegetables.
  • Brinjal and chili need time to establish before monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Capitalize on summer heat before monsoon.
  

🌾 Bilari Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Beans, Cowpea
• Transplant: Tomato (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Cluster beans & cowpea are drought-tolerant and fast-growing.
  • Early tomato gives a good price advantage.
    
• Advantage: Utilize available moisture efficiently for quick yield.
  

🌾 Chhajlet Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Prepare nursery: Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds thrive in summer heat, ensure proper irrigation.
  • Start cauliflower & cabbage nurseries for timely transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Harvest summer gourds and prepare for winter vegetables.
  

🌾 Dilari Block

• Sow now: Okra, Green Amaranth (Chaulai)
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra is a reliable summer crop, amaranth gives quick returns.
  • Transplant chili and brinjal seedlings for good establishment.
    
• Advantage: Short-term crops with transplanted vegetables for staggered income.
  

🌾 Kanth Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd
• Prepare nursery: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds and okra are well-suited for the June climate.
  • Start nurseries for tomato and chili for later transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Plan for both immediate harvest and future crops.
  

🌾 Kundarki Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Watermelon, Muskmelon
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Melons thrive in the heat, need good irrigation.
  • Transplant brinjal for optimal growth before monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Summer fruits and early vegetable planting.
  

🌾 Moradabad Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Beans, Cowpea
• Transplant: Tomato (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Cluster beans & cowpea are drought-tolerant and fast-growing.
  • Early tomato gives a good price advantage.
    
• Advantage: Utilize available moisture efficiently for quick yield.
  

🌾 Mundha Pande Block

• Sow now: Okra, Spinach, Coriander
• Transplant: Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra is a reliable summer crop. Spinach and coriander are short duration crops for quick income.
  • Transplant chili seedlings for better yields.
    
• Advantage: Mix of vegetables for varied income streams.
  

🌾 Thakurdwara Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Pumpkin
• Prepare nursery: Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are well adapted to the June climate in Moradabad.
  • Prepare nurseries for winter crops in advance.
    
• Advantage: Summer harvest and preparation for winter season.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (June - Moradabad, UP)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Downy mildew, Red pumpkin beetle
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miner, Semilooper
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly, Shoot borer (Brinjal)
  
  

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 (June - Moradabad, UP)

• Before monsoon: Irrigate every 4-6 days based on soil moisture. During monsoon: Reduce or stop irrigation, depend on rainfall.
  
• Ensure excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially with monsoon rains. Avoid water stagnation in nurseries.
  
• 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

June in Moradabad is all about smart planning for the monsoon:

• Continue harvesting summer vegetables like gourds, bhindi, and brinjal regularly.
• Start sowing monsoon vegetables such as Bhindi (Okra), Cluster bean, and Bottle gourd.
• Prepare your fields thoroughly for Kharif sowing, with a strong focus on excellent drainage.
• Raise nurseries for early monsoon brinjal and chilli for transplanting as conditions allow.
• Stay highly vigilant for pests and diseases, which flourish with increased humidity and rain.

By effectively managing your ongoing summer harvests, preparing your fields for the monsoon, and making timely sowings of Kharif vegetables, you'll secure a strong, stable, and profitable season ahead, even amidst the changing weather.