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

Are you a farmer from Pilibhit, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Amaria, Barkhera, Bilsanda, Bisalpur, Lalauri, Marori, Pilibhit, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin. 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. June marks the beginning of the Kharif season with the arrival of the monsoon, making it a critical time for land preparation and sowing while managing soil moisture. So your planning now will decide your profits in August–September.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Pilibhit 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, and some residual wheat are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chilli, brinjal, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and amaranth (chaulai) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea (arhar) and groundnut continue in suitable upland areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (June) - Pilibhit

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 June – Crop + Method + Advantage

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) for Pilibhit

🌾 Amaria Block

• Sow now: Okra, beans, cucumber, pumpkin
• Transplant: Brinjal, chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and beans provide income within 45-60 days.
  • Early Brinjal and chili transplanting ensures better yields before winter.
    
• Advantage: Diversified vegetables ensure continuous income.
  

🌾 Barkhera Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, bitter gourd, ridge gourd
• Transplant: Tomato, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are well-suited for the rainy season and fetch good prices.
  • Tomato and cauliflower transplanting benefits from the monsoon.
    
• Advantage: High-demand vegetables in local markets during June.
  

🌾 Bilsanda Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, cowpea, cluster bean
• Transplant: Capsicum, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and cowpea provide quick returns in 30-40 days.
  • Capsicum and cabbage perform well with proper irrigation during monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash crops along with high-value vegetables.
  

🌾 Bisalpur Block

• Sow now: Sponge gourd, snake gourd, okra
• Transplant: Brinjal, tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds and okra are popular choices with consistent demand.
  • Brinjal and tomato benefit from monsoon conditions if well-managed.
    
• Advantage: Reliable crops with established markets.
  

🌾 Lalauri Block

• Sow now: Spinach, fenugreek (methi), radish
• Transplant: Chili, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Leafy greens offer quick harvest cycles for immediate income.
  • Chili and cauliflower benefit from the onset of the monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Short-term and medium-term crops for balanced income.
  

🌾 Marori Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, bitter gourd, pumpkin
• Transplant: Tomato, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumbers and gourds are ideal for the warm and humid climate.
  • Tomatoes and cabbage can be successfully transplanted with adequate irrigation.
    
• Advantage: Climatically appropriate crops with market demand.
  

🌾 Pilibhit Block

• Sow now: Beans, okra, bottle gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal, capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Beans and okra offer quick yields and good market prices.
  • Brinjal and capsicum perform well with proper drainage during the monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Combination of fast-growing and high-value crops.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips for Pilibhit (June)

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red pumpkin beetle, Mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Shoot & fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
  

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

• Before monsoon: Water regularly (every 5-7 days) based on soil moisture and crop need.
  
• After monsoon onset: Reduce irrigation, ensure excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure proper drainage always.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw) to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible, helps manage water efficiently.
  

Conclusion

June in Pilibhit is all about smart monsoon preparation and timely planting:

• Prepare fields thoroughly, ensuring proper drainage for upcoming monsoon.
  
• Sow warm-season Kharif vegetables like ladyfinger, cluster bean, and gourds.
  
• Start nursery for brinjal and chili for timely transplanting.
  
• Plant quick-growing leafy greens like Amaranth for early cash flow.
  
• Monitor closely for pests and diseases, especially with rising humidity and rainfall.
  
  

By focusing on proper field preparation, selecting appropriate Kharif vegetables, and maintaining vigilance against pests, you will set a strong foundation for a profitable monsoon season.