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

Are you a farmer from Shahjahanpur, up (UP)? In July, in blocks like Bahuwan, Banda, Bhawal Khera, Dadraul, Jalalabad, Kalan, Kanth, Khutar, Mirzapur, Nigohi, Powayan, Sindhauli, Tilhar, 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, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. July marks the peak of the Kharif sowing season with the monsoon active, so soil moisture is high, but proper field drainage is crucial. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Shahjahanpur 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 is being harvested, and farmers are also harvesting maize, and early paddy varieties.
  Okra and cucumber are reaching maturity.
  Mango orchards are yielding their fruits.
  
• Nursery beds: Paddy nurseries are prepared for transplanting.
  Chilli and brinjal seedlings are raised for the next round of planting.
  Tomato and cauliflower nurseries are also prepared.
  Vegetable gourds are planted.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach is being sown for a quick harvest.
  Fenugreek and coriander are sown.
  Amaranth is being sown now.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urd bean cultivation continues.
  Groundnut sowing is in progress in suitable upland areas.
  Arhar/Tur is planted.
  
  

👉 Overall, in early july, fields in Shahjahanpur 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):
Paddy, Maize, Sorghum, Pearl Millet, Pigeonpea, Groundnut, Sesame, and minor millets.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for vegetable crops like cauliflower, cabbage, and tomato.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting ensures good yield and better market price.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early paddy seedlings.

Vegetables (if irrigation available):
Okra, Bottle gourd, Bitter gourd, Cucumber, and Pumpkin.
✅ Benefit – Ensures continuous green vegetable supply and steady income.

Fodder Crops:
Sow fodder crops like Napier grass and Maize for cattle feed.
✅ Benefit – Ensures continuous fodder supply for livestock.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and early crops in July, farmers in Shahjahanpur can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bahuwan Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd
• Prepare Seedbeds: Tomato, Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and gourds provide early yield during July.
  • Seedbeds will prepare seedlings for transplanting after monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Early market access + staggered planting for consistent income.
  

🌾 Banda Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cowpea (Lobia), Cluster Bean (Guar)
• Prepare Seedbeds: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Legumes like cowpea improve soil health.
  • Chili and Brinjal seedlings need preparation for later transplant.
    
• Advantage: Soil improvement + timely seedling availability.
  

🌾 Bhawal Khera Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Transplant: Early Cauliflower (if seedlings are ready)
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus grows quickly, offering quick returns.
  • Early cauliflower can capture the pre-winter market.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash crops + early market advantage.
  

🌾 Dadraul Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Ridge Gourd
• Prepare Seedbeds: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds thrive in monsoon conditions.
  • Tomato and Capsicum need nursery raising for transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Monsoon-friendly crops + timely nursery preparation.
  

🌾 Jalalabad Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Maize (for vegetable use)
• Prepare Seedbeds: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and Cowpea are fast-growing vegetables.
  • Healthy seedlings of brinjal and chili are crucial for good yields.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns + healthy transplants.
  

🌾 Kalan Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin
• Transplant: If ready - early varieties of cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • These crops are well suited for the rainy season.
  • Early cabbage fetches good prices.
    
• Advantage: Monsoon crops + early harvest benefits.
  

🌾 Kanth Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Bean, Bottle Gourd
• Prepare Seedbeds: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are quick to mature.
  • Prepare seedlings for post-monsoon planting.
    
• Advantage: Quick harvest cycle + planned planting.
  

🌾 Khutar Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Sponge Gourd, Amaranthus
• Transplant: Early Cauliflower (if seedlings are ready)
• How & Why:
  
  • Fast growing vegetables suitable for July.
  • Capture the early market with timely cauliflower transplant.
    
• Advantage: Fast harvest + early market access.
  

🌾 Mirzapur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Cluster Bean
• Prepare Seedbeds: Brinjal, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables provide income during the monsoon season.
  • Brinjal and tomato seedlings require time to grow.
    
• Advantage: Monsoon income + planned seedling availability.
  

🌾 Nigohi Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin
• Transplant: Early Cabbage (if seedlings available)
• How & Why:
  
  • These crops thrive in wet conditions.
  • Early cabbage is more profitable.
    
• Advantage: Monsoon suitable crops + early profit opportunity.
  

🌾 Powayan Block

• Sow now: Okra, Amaranthus, Cucumber
• Prepare Seedbeds: Chili, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and amaranthus are quick-yielding vegetables.
  • Chili and Capsicum seedlings need time to develop.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns + transplant readiness.
  

🌾 Sindhauli Block

• Sow now: Cluster Bean, Cowpea, Maize (for vegetable use)
• Prepare Seedbeds: Brinjal, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Legumes improve soil quality during monsoon.
  • Ensure seedlings are ready for transplant after rains.
    
• Advantage: Soil health + timely transplant availability.
  

🌾 Tilhar Block

• Sow now: Sponge Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Okra
• Prepare Seedbeds: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables adapt well to monsoon conditions.
  • Properly prepared seedlings yield better crop.
    
• Advantage: Monsoon adaptability + ensured seedling quality.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Shahjahanpur, July)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Downy mildew, fruit fly
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit 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 (Shahjahanpur, July)

• Monitor monsoon rains closely. Irrigate only if there's a dry spell of 4-5 days and soil is dry.
  
• Crucially, ensure proper drainage in all fields. Waterlogging is a major issue in July.
  
• For monsoon crops, consider planting on raised beds to prevent root rot and ensure better drainage.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure raised beds or good channels for water runoff.
  

Conclusion

July in Shahjahanpur is all about getting ready for monsoon harvest:

• Prepare fields and ensure proper drainage for heavy rains.
  
• Start direct sowing of Kharif vegetables like okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, and cowpea.
  
• Focus on timely weeding as monsoon encourages weed growth.
  
• Keep a sharp eye on pests and fungal diseases; use preventive measures.
  
• Consider planting quick-growing leafy greens like amaranth or early radish for immediate income.
  
  

By prioritizing soil preparation, timely planting of monsoon crops, diligent weeding, and proactive pest/disease management, you'll secure a strong and profitable Kharif season harvest.