Vegetables to grow in may in Raebareli up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Raebareli, up (UP)? In May, in blocks like Amawan, Bachhrawan, Dalmau, Deh, Harchandpur, Jagatpur, Khiron, Lalganj, Maharajganj, Rahi, Salon, Sareni, Shivgarh, Unchahar, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cowpea, Sponge Gourd. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Paddy.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Mint are also being sown. May is part of the hot Zaid season, right before the Kharif sowing starts, so soil moisture is low and regular irrigation is critical for any crops in the field. So your planning now will decide your profits in August–September.

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

What fields typically look like early may

  • Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, mangoes, summer moong, and bottle gourd are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  • Nursery beds: Okra, tomato, chilli, and brinjal 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: Groundnut and sesame continue in suitable areas.

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

What to start now (May)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cucurbits (Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Pumpkin), Beans (Cowpea, Cluster Bean), Maize (for fodder), Green Gram (Moong), Black Gram (Urad), Sunflower, Groundnut, Sesame.
✅ Benefit – Maximizes land use during monsoon, ensures timely harvest before winter crops.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early Rice (Paddy), Tomato, Brinjal, Chili, Cauliflower, Cabbage, and Onion (if not already done).
✅ Benefit – Seedlings will be ready for transplanting when monsoon arrives, ensuring timely crop establishment.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early Rice (Paddy) seedlings if sufficient irrigation is available. Prepare fields for monsoon Rice transplantation.
✅ Benefit – Early Rice benefits from higher temperatures and solar radiation for better growth.

Vegetative Propagation:
Sugarcane setts planting. Prepare ginger and turmeric rhizomes for sowing.
✅ Benefit – Vegetative propagation ensures true-to-type progeny and higher yields for specific crops.

Orchard Management:
Planting of new fruit orchards (Mango, Guava, Lemon, Aonla) with proper pit preparation and irrigation arrangements.
✅ Benefit – Setting up orchards for long term economic gains.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, vegetative propagation, and orchard establishment in May in Raebareli, farmers can increase their income.

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

Crop

How to Plant (Method & Spacing)

Advantage for Farmers (Raebareli)

Okra (Bhindi)

Direct sowing; rows 45 cm apart; plant spacing 15 cm

Heat-tolerant; good market price in Raebareli

Bottle Gourd (Lauki)

Sow seeds 1.5-2m apart on raised beds or mounds.

High water content; demand in Raebareli during summer

Sponge Gourd (Turai)

Direct sowing; 60 cm row spacing; 30 cm plant spacing

Fast growth; good source of income in local markets

Cowpea (Lobia)

Direct sowing; 45 cm row spacing; 10 cm plant spacing

Nitrogen-fixing; improves soil and fetches good price

Green Gram (Moong)

Direct sowing; rows 30 cm apart; use seed drill for even sowing.

Short duration crop; additional income before next season

Cluster Bean (Guar)

Direct sowing; 45 cm row spacing; plant spacing 15 cm

Drought-tolerant; suitable for Raebareli conditions

Amaranth (Chaulai)

Direct sowing; broadcast seeds; thin seedlings after germination

Fast-growing leafy vegetable; continuous harvest

Radish (Early variety)

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

Quick harvest; supplements income

Sweet Corn

Direct sowing; 60 cm row spacing; 20 cm plant spacing

Increasing demand in urban and peri-urban areas

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Sareni

Okra, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd

Chilli, Tomato

Fruit fly in cucurbits, Jassids in Okra

Light irrigation, avoid waterlogging

Lalganj

Cluster Bean, Cowpea

Brinjal, Capsicum

Shoot and fruit borer in Brinjal

Furrow irrigation, conserve moisture

Unchahar

Sponge Gourd, Bitter Gourd

Tomato, Chilli

Whitefly in vegetables

Drip irrigation for water efficiency

Dalmau

Pumpkin, Cucumber

Brinjal, Tomato

Red pumpkin beetle

Check soil moisture regularly

Shivgarh

Watermelon, Muskmelon

Chilli, Capsicum

Thrips in chilli

Avoid over-irrigation

Maharajganj

Pointed Gourd (Parwal)

Tomato, Brinjal

Epilachna beetle

Apply irrigation as per need

Harchandpur

Amaranth, Spinach

Tomato, Chilli

Leaf miners

Ensure proper drainage

Raebareli

Cowpea, Cluster Bean

Brinjal

Aphids

Irrigate at critical stages

Khiron

Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd

Tomato, Capsicum

Downy mildew

Use mulching to conserve water

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Amawan Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Chili, Tomato, Brinjal.
  • How & Why:
    • Okra and gourds provide good returns in the early market.
    • Preparing seedlings now ensures timely transplanting for the Kharif season.
  • Advantage: Capitalize on early market prices and prepare for Kharif.

🌾 Bachhrawan Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Watermelon.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Chili, Capsicum.
  • How & Why:
    • Cucumber and Watermelon benefit from the warm May weather.
    • Early seedlings ensure timely crop establishment after monsoon.
  • Advantage: Good yield potential and preparation for main season crops.

🌾 Dalmau Block

  • Sow now: Amaranthus, Cowpea, Cluster Bean.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Brinjal, Tomato.
  • How & Why:
    • Amaranthus and Cowpea are short duration, high-value crops.
    • Brinjal and Tomato seedlings should be prepared for transplanting after monsoon.
  • Advantage: Diversified income and early preparation for main season vegetables.

🌾 Deeh Block

  • Sow now: Summer Squash, Sponge Gourd.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Chili, Tomato, Cauliflower.
  • How & Why:
    • Squash and Gourd yield well in May and fetch good price.
    • Early preparation of seedlings helps to transplant immediately after the first monsoon showers.
  • Advantage: Quick returns and optimal utilization of monsoon season.

🌾 Harchandpur Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Brinjal, Chili.
  • How & Why:
    • These gourds thrive in the summer heat and provide good income.
    • Seedling preparation ensures timely transplanting once monsoon arrives.
  • Advantage: High summer yields and preparing for the Kharif season.

🌾 Jagatpur Block

  • Sow now: Cucumber, Watermelon, Muskmelon.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Chili.
  • How & Why:
    • Melons do well in sandy loam soils and fetch high price.
    • Preparing seedlings allows timely transplanting during Kharif.
  • Advantage: Good income from melons and timely planting of other main crops.

🌾 Khiron Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Cluster Bean.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Brinjal, Tomato, Chili.
  • How & Why:
    • Cowpea and Cluster Bean fix nitrogen in the soil, benefiting future crops.
    • Early seedlings avoid losses due to late monsoon arrival.
  • Advantage: Soil health improvement and timely crop establishment.

🌾 Lalganj Block

  • Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Brinjal, Cauliflower.
  • How & Why:
    • Gourds provide steady income during summer months.
    • Seedling preparation for timely transplanting in monsoon.
  • Advantage: Consistent income and optimal utilization of monsoon season.

🌾 Maharajganj Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Summer Squash.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Chili, Tomato, Cabbage.
  • How & Why:
    • Okra and Squash have a good market demand in May.
    • Cabbage seedlings need cool condition in nursery for better establishment.
  • Advantage: Capitalizing on summer crops and preparing for winter vegetables.

🌾 Rahi Block

  • Sow now: Amaranthus, Cowpea, Cluster Bean, Okra.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Brinjal, Tomato, Chili.
  • How & Why:
    • A mix of short-duration and pulse crops ensures income and soil health.
    • Brinjal, Tomato, and Chili are major Kharif crops.
  • Advantage: Diversified cropping and soil improvement.

🌾 Salon Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Watermelon.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Chili, Capsicum.
  • How & Why:
    • Watermelon and Cucumber are popular in the summer season and provide good returns.
    • Early seedlings ensure timely crop establishment after monsoon.
  • Advantage: Good yield potential and preparation for main season crops.

🌾 Sareni Block

  • Sow now: Amaranthus, Cowpea, Cluster Bean.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Brinjal, Tomato.
  • How & Why:
    • Amaranthus and Cowpea are short duration, high-value crops.
    • Brinjal and Tomato seedlings should be prepared for transplanting after monsoon.
  • Advantage: Diversified income and early preparation for main season vegetables.

🌾 Shivgarh Block

  • Sow now: Summer Squash, Sponge Gourd.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Chili, Tomato, Cauliflower.
  • How & Why:
    • Squash and Gourd yield well in May and fetch good price.
    • Early preparation of seedlings helps to transplant immediately after the first monsoon showers.
  • Advantage: Quick returns and optimal utilization of monsoon season.

🌾 Unchahar Block

  • Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd.
  • Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Brinjal, Chili.
  • How & Why:
    • These gourds thrive in the summer heat and provide good income.
    • Seedling preparation ensures timely transplanting once monsoon arrives.
  • Advantage: High summer yields and preparing for the Kharif season.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

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

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 regular irrigation every 3–5 days for most vegetables (soil-moisture based, depending on crop and soil).
  • Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure proper 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. Water early morning or late evening to reduce evaporation.

Conclusion

May in Raebareli is all about smart planning:

  • Finish harvesting of summer vegetables like okra, brinjal, and gourds.
  • Prepare fields thoroughly for the upcoming monsoon (Kharif) season.
  • Raise nursery beds for monsoon crops such as tomato, brinjal, chili, and early cauliflower.
  • Ensure critical irrigation and mulching for standing crops to combat heat stress.
  • Monitor closely for red mites and other summer pests; manage proactively.

If you follow these steps block-wise—efficient harvesting of current crops for immediate income, diligent field preparation for future gains, and timely nursery raising for upcoming seasons—you’ll manage the summer heat effectively and set a strong base for monsoon prosperity.

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