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

Are you a farmer from Pilibhit, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Amariya, Barkhera, Bilsanda, Bisalpur, Lalaurikhera, Marauri, Nyoria Husainpur, Pilibhit, Puranpur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Wheat, Mustard, Potato, Lentil, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Pumpkin, Watermelon.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This is the Zaid season, following the Rabi crop harvest, so fields are becoming vacant and soil moisture is decreasing, requiring timely irrigation for new sowings. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Pilibhit 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 is ready for harvest, providing farmers with their primary income.
  Wheat is nearing maturity, promising a good yield if weather conditions remain favorable.
  Mustard harvest is underway, adding to the farmer's income.
  Potato harvesting continues, providing a staple vegetable for the market.
  Lentil harvest is in full swing, contributing to the pulse production.
  Barley is being harvested, providing fodder for livestock.
  Gram is ripening, offering a valuable pulse crop.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato seedlings are being raised for transplanting in the coming weeks.
  Chilli seedlings are prepared to be planted for a good spice yield.
  Brinjal nurseries are being established for the next crop cycle.
  Okra seedlings are being nurtured for summer planting.
  Cauliflower seedlings are ready for transplanting in some areas.
  Onion seedlings are developing well in the nursery.
  Bottle gourd seeds have been sown in nursery beds.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach sowing has commenced to provide fresh greens.
  Fenugreek cultivation is ongoing for early supply to local markets.
  Coriander is being sown, catering to the demand for fresh herbs.
  Amaranth sowing is underway, providing a nutritious leafy vegetable.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Mustard (upland) continues to provide income in suitable areas.
  Sugarcane (irrigated) fields promise high returns for Pilibhit farmers.
  Lentil (upland) harvest is happening.
  Gram (upland) is ripening.
  
  

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

What to start now (March)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra, Amaranthus, Cowpea, Cluster Bean, Bottle gourd, Sponge gourd, Bitter gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin, Watermelon, Muskmelon, Summer Squash, Spinach, Coriander, Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Onion and Groundnut.
✅ Benefit – These are quick-growing and bring fast income.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for Chilli, Tomato, Brinjal.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting ensures good yield and better market price.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant Chilli, Tomato, and Brinjal seedlings from nurseries.

Other crops:
Sugarcane planting, Summer Moong, Sunflower, Maize.
✅ Benefit – Diversification of crops ensures continuous income.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and other crops in March in Pilibhit, farmers can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Amariya Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber.
• Prepare nursery: Okra, pumpkin.
• How & Why:
• March is ideal for cucurbit sowing in Pilibhit.
• Nursery preparation ensures timely transplanting after last frost.

Advantage: Capitalize on early summer vegetable demand.

🌾 Barkhera Block

• Sow now: Cluster bean (guar), cowpea (lobia).
• Irrigate: Existing summer vegetables regularly.
• How & Why:
  
  • These legumes fix nitrogen, improving soil health.
  • Consistent irrigation is crucial for yield during warmer months.
• Advantage: Soil enrichment + steady vegetable supply.

🌾 Bilsanda Block

• Sow now: Summer squash (zucchini), ridge gourd (tori).
• Manage: Pest and disease in existing crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables mature quickly, providing early yields.
  • Proactive pest control minimizes losses.
• Advantage: Fast-growing crops + reduced pest damage = higher returns.

🌾 Bisalpur Block

• Sow now: Sponge gourd (ghiya), round gourd (tinda).
• Fertilize: Apply balanced fertilizer to standing crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • These gourds are well-suited to the Pilibhit climate.
  • Fertilizer boosts growth and productivity.
• Advantage: High-yielding gourds + improved plant health = better profits.

🌾 Lalaurikhera Block

• Sow now: Amaranth (chaulai), Purslane (kulfa).
• Weed: Control weeds in all vegetable plots.
• How & Why:
  
  • These leafy greens are heat-tolerant and quick to harvest.
  • Weed control prevents competition for resources.
• Advantage: Fast leafy yields + healthy plant growth = increased income.

🌾 Marauri Block

• Sow now: Long bean (barbati), French bean (faras bean).
• Mulch: Apply mulch to conserve soil moisture.
• How & Why:
  
  • Beans are good source of protein and fetch good market price.
  • Mulching reduces water evaporation and suppresses weeds.
• Advantage: Improved soil health and reduced water usage.

🌾 Nyoria Husainpur Block

• Sow now: Radish (mooli), Carrot (gajar).
• Thinning: Thin out seedlings of earlier sown crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • These root vegetables are relatively easy to grow in sandy soil.
  • Thinning ensures proper spacing for optimal growth.
• Advantage: Proper spacing and healthy root development for better yield.

🌾 Pilibhit Block

• Sow now: Turnip (shalgam), Spinach (palak).
• Harvest: Ready vegetables to make space for summer crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • Turnip and spinach can give quick yield and cash.
  • Clearing old plots allows timely planting of new crops.
• Advantage: Quick cash and efficient land use.

🌾 Puranpur Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (methi), Coriander (dhaniya).
• Manage: Whitefly and Jassid in vegetables crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • Fenugreek and coriander are fast-growing and high in demand.
  • Pest management is crucial for healthy vegetable growth.
• Advantage: High-value crops and healthy vegetable for local markets.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

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

• Give light irrigation every 5–7 days, or more often as temperatures rise (soil-moisture based).
  
• 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 Pilibhit is all about smart planning for summer:

• Finish harvesting of any remaining winter crops like potato, pea, or late cabbage.
  
• Prepare fields well; ensure deep plowing and add organic manure for summer vegetables.
  
• Start direct sowing of summer essentials like Bhindi (Okra), Lauki (Bottle Gourd), Turai (Ridge Gourd), Karela (Bitter Gourd), Kheera (Cucumber), and Kaddu (Pumpkin).
  
• Keep irrigation regular and timely as temperatures begin to rise, especially for germinating seeds.
  
• Watch out for early pest and disease attacks on young plants and manage weeds proactively.
  
  

If you follow these steps—getting your summer crops in on time, managing water effectively, and protecting your plants from early threats—you’ll set yourself up for a strong and profitable summer season.