Vegetables to grow in august in Shamli up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Shamli, up (UP)? In August, in blocks like Kairana, Kandhla, Oon, Shamli, Thana Bhawan, 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, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brinjal, Chilli.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Amaranth are also being sown. August is the peak of the Kharif monsoon season, so soil moisture is high and irrigation needs are generally low. So your planning now will decide your profits in October–November.

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

What fields typically look like early august

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane is being harvested, and rice is reaching maturity.
  Okra is providing a steady yield, and maize is drying in the fields.
  Cucumber harvest continues, and some farmers still harvest early gourds.
  A few pockets of early turmeric are being harvested.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato seedlings are being raised, along with brinjal and chili.
  Cauliflower seedlings are prepared for planting, and onion nurseries are getting established.
  Some farmers are also raising seedlings of early cabbage and capsicum.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach is being sown for quick returns, and fenugreek is being planted.
  Amaranth is also being sown, and coriander is getting established.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea is growing well in upland areas, and groundnut is progressing.
  Urad bean is nearing harvest, and some farmers are considering planting cotton.
  
  

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

What to start now (August)

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 August, 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 August, farmers can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Kairana Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Bean, Cowpea
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables perform well in Shamli's August climate.
  • Timely transplanting ensures optimal yield and quality.
    
• Advantage: High demand in local markets during this period.
  

🌾 Kandhla Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Transplant: Tomato (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds thrive in the monsoon season with proper drainage.
  • Early tomato transplanting captures the pre-winter market.
    
• Advantage: Good returns due to off-season availability.
  

🌾 Oon Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Capsicum, Cauliflower (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing vegetables for short-term income.
  • Early cauliflower fetches good prices.
    
• Advantage: Regular income and improved soil health.
  

🌾 Shamli Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Transplant: Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumbers and pumpkins are well-suited to the rainy season.
  • Cabbage requires well-drained soil and timely planting.
    
• Advantage: High yield potential with proper management.
  

🌾 Thana Bhawan Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi), Coriander
• Transplant: Chilli (Grafted)
• How & Why:
  
  • These leafy vegetables provide quick returns.
  • Grafted chilli varieties are more resistant to diseases.
    
• Advantage: Regular income and reduced risk of crop failure.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Shamli - August)

• Okra: Whitefly, Jassids, Fruit borer
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Downy mildew, Powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Shoot borer, Early Blight
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves promptly.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects; keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation (Shamli - August)

• Monitor rainfall closely. Irrigate only if dry spells prolong (7-10 days without rain).
  
• Ensure excellent drainage in fields to prevent waterlogging, especially during heavy rains.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; this causes root rot.
  
• Mulching can help manage weeds and conserve soil moisture if rains are sparse.
  

Conclusion

August in Shamli is all about smart monsoon management and preparing for winter:

• Ensure good drainage in your fields; waterlogging harms plants.
  
• Start nurseries for winter crops: Cabbage, Cauliflower, Tomato, Brinjal, and Chilli.
  
• Sow quick-growing greens like Palak, Methi, and Radish for early income where soil permits.
  
• Keep a close eye on pests and diseases, especially due to rain and humidity.
  
• Continue harvesting monsoon vegetables like ladyfinger and gourds regularly.
  
  

If you manage your fields well during the monsoon, focus on raising strong winter nurseries, and grab early cash from quick greens, you’ll set yourself up for a profitable winter season.