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

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

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Indian Spinach are also being sown. June marks the beginning of the Kharif season with the arrival of monsoon expected, making this a critical time for nursery preparation and field planning while managing low soil moisture with irrigation. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Shamli 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, okra, and bottle gourd 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, fenugreek, and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urad dal and groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (June)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra, cluster beans, cowpea, maize (for fodder), and sunflower.
✅ Benefit – Quick establishment and utilization of monsoon rains.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for chili, brinjal, and tomato for the next season.
✅ Benefit – Seedlings will be ready for transplanting after heavy rains subside.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early paddy seedlings, especially if water availability is ensured.
✅ Benefit – Early yield and escaping from late-season floods.

Vegetable cultivation (with proper drainage):
Cucumbers, bitter gourd, and pumpkin in raised beds.
✅ Benefit – Good returns in a short period.

Sugarcane planting (if not done earlier):
Complete sugarcane planting with proper spacing and irrigation if needed.
✅ Benefit – Ensures optimal yield and timely harvest.

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

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Jhinjhana Block

• Sow now: Okra, beans, cucumber, gourds
• Transplant: Brinjal, chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and beans are quick-growing, providing early yields.
  • Transplanting brinjal and chili ensures better establishment before the monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Capitalize on early monsoon rains for optimal growth.
  

🌾 Kairana Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, bitter gourd, pumpkin
• Prepare beds for: Tomato, cauliflower (for later transplant)
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds thrive in warm, humid conditions typical of June.
  • Preparing beds in advance saves time when transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Take advantage of the monsoon season with vine crops.
  

🌾 Kandhla Block

• Sow now: Amaranth, cowpea, cluster bean
• Transplant: Capsicum (bell pepper)
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranth and cowpea are nutritious and fast-growing.
  • Transplanting capsicum now allows for a good yield before winter.
    
• Advantage: Diverse range of vegetables for both home consumption and market.
  

🌾 Shamli Block

• Sow now: Ladyfinger, ridge gourd, sponge gourd
• Prepare nursery for: Onion, chili (for next cycle)
• How & Why:
  
  • These gourds and ladyfinger grow well in warm weather with high humidity.
  • Early nursery preparation ensures timely availability of seedlings.
    
• Advantage: Good yields of popular summer vegetables.
  

🌾 Thana Bhawan Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, watermelon, muskmelon
• Transplant: None
• How & Why:
  
  • Melons require warm weather and plenty of sunlight.
  • Focus on direct sowing for best results.
    
• Advantage: High demand for melons in the summer months.
  

🌾 Un Block

• Sow now: Spinach, coriander, fenugreek (methi)
• Transplant: Early cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Short duration crops like spinach and coriander give quick returns.
  • Early cabbage benefits from the monsoon rains and cooler temperatures later.
    
• Advantage: Greens for quick income + early season cabbage.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Shamli, Uttar Pradesh - June)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red Pumpkin Beetle, Powdery/Downy mildew (as humidity rises)
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miner, Cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Shoot borer, Whitefly, 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 (Shamli, Uttar Pradesh - June)

• Early June: Give light irrigation every 3-5 days due to heat.
  
• Mid/Late June: Reduce irrigation as monsoon showers begin. Focus on drainage.
  
• 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.
  

Conclusion

June in Shamli is all about setting up for the monsoon:

• Prepare fields thoroughly, ensuring excellent drainage for monsoon crops.
  
• Start direct sowing of popular monsoon vegetables like Lady's Finger (Bhindi), Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Ridge Gourd, and Cowpea.
  
• Raise nurseries for early varieties of cauliflower, cabbage, brinjal, and chili for transplanting in the next month.
  
• Monitor closely for early signs of pests and fungal diseases as humidity rises.
  
• Manage water carefully; protect young seedlings from heavy rains while ensuring enough moisture.
  
  

By focusing on proper field preparation, timely sowing of Kharif vegetables, and vigilant pest/disease management, you'll lay a strong foundation for a productive and profitable monsoon season.