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

Are you a farmer from Shamli, up (UP)? In November, in blocks like Bhawan, Kairana, Kandhla, Oon, Shamli, Thana Bhawan, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Onion.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. This is the main Rabi sowing season after the Kharif harvest, and with decreasing soil moisture, timely irrigation is crucial for crop establishment. So your planning now will decide your profits in January–February.

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

What fields typically look like early november

  • Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, paddy rice, maize and okra are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  • Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chili 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: Mustard and lentils continue in suitable areas.

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

What to start now (November)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Mustard, Gram, Pea, Barley, Wheat.
✅ Benefit – These are important rabi crops providing staple food and fodder.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for onion.
✅ Benefit – Early start ensures healthy seedlings for timely transplanting.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant onion seedlings from nurseries.
✅ Benefit – Allows for optimal spacing and resource use.

Vegetable crops (if irrigation available):
Radish, Carrot, Spinach, Fenugreek, Coriander.
✅ Benefit – Fulfills local demand for vegetables during winter months.

Potato planting (for good returns):
Start planting potato in the first week of November.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting can result in higher yields and better market prices in Shamli-up.

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

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

Crop

How to Plant (Method & Spacing)

Advantage for Shamli Farmers

Mustard

Direct sowing; rows 30-45 cm apart; thin after germination

Good oilseed option; reliable yield in Shamli

Wheat (early sowing)

Line sowing with 22.5 cm row spacing

Timely sowing ensures better tillering and yield in Shamli

Chickpea (Gram)

Sow with 30-45 cm row spacing, 10 cm plant spacing

Good pulse crop for Shamli's soil; drought tolerant

Barley

Direct sowing; 20-25 cm row spacing

Requires less water; suitable for Shamli conditions

Potato

Plant seed tubers at 60 cm × 20 cm spacing

Good returns in local markets of Shamli

Radish

Direct sowing; rows 30 cm apart; thin to 5-8 cm

Fast growth, high demand in Shamli markets

Carrot

Direct sowing on raised beds; 20 cm row spacing

Suitable for Shamli soils; good market price

Pea

Direct sowing; rows 30 cm apart; 5-7 cm plant spacing

Early harvest fetches good price in Shamli

Garlic

Plant cloves 15 cm apart in rows 20 cm apart

High demand in Shamli and surrounding areas

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Shamli

Spinach, fenugreek, mustard

Cauliflower, tomato

Diamondback moth on cabbage

Irrigate every 8-10 days

Thanabhawan

Radish, carrot, turnip

Brinjal, chili

Aphids on mustard

Avoid waterlogging in fields

Unn

Coriander, pea

Tomato, pepper

Early blight in tomatoes

Drip irrigation for water saving

Kandhla

Spinach, radish

Cauliflower, cabbage

Cabbage butterfly

Check soil moisture regularly

Jhinjhana

Mustard, fenugreek

Brinjal, tomato

Fruit borer in tomato

Light irrigation in the morning

Shamli Dehat

Coriander, spinach

Cabbage, cauliflower

Aphids in leafy vegetables

Ensure proper drainage

Banat

Radish, turnip

Tomato, chili

Leaf curl virus in chili

Water deeply but less frequently

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bhawan Block

  • Sow now: Mustard, Fenugreek, Radish, Carrot
  • Transplant: Chili, Brinjal
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard can be intercropped for additional income.
    • Chili and Brinjal transplanting in November ensures harvest before severe winter.
  • Advantage: Intercropping and timely transplanting maximize yield and income.

🌾 Kairana Block

  • Sow now: Pea, Potato, Garlic
  • Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower
  • How & Why:
    • Pea and Potato are ideal for the Kairana region’s soil.
    • Tomato and Cauliflower benefit from early transplanting for better market prices.
  • Advantage: Region-specific crops combined with early transplants give higher returns.

🌾 Kandhla Block

  • Sow now: Wheat, Chickpea
  • Transplant: Cabbage
  • How & Why:
    • Wheat and Chickpea are staple crops for Rabi season.
    • Cabbage benefits from transplanting now to avoid frost damage later.
  • Advantage: Staple crops combined with protective measures increase overall yield.

🌾 Oon Block

  • Sow now: Lentil, Mustard
  • Transplant: Tomato, Pepper
  • How & Why:
    • Lentil is an excellent pulse crop; Mustard gives good oilseed yield.
    • Early transplant of tomato and pepper provides better prices in the market.
  • Advantage: Diversified cropping with good market access increases profitability.

🌾 Shamli Block

  • Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Spinach, Radish
  • Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower
  • How & Why:
    • Fenugreek (Methi) and Spinach provide quick income within a month.
    • Early Tomato transplanting gets better rates in local markets during Oct-Nov.
  • Advantage: Quick returns + early vegetable sales = more income.

🌾 Thana Bhawan Block

  • Sow now: Barley, Potato, Garlic
  • Transplant: Chili
  • How & Why:
    • Barley is drought-resistant; Potato and Garlic are cash crops.
    • Chili transplanting now allows for early harvests before peak winter.
  • Advantage: Crop diversification + early harvests reduces risk and enhances income.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

  • Crucifers (Cabbage, Cauliflower, Radish): Diamondback moth, Aphids
  • Pea: Pod borer, Powdery mildew
  • Leafy greens (Spinach, Coriander): Aphids, Leaf miner
  • Tomato/Brinjal/Chilli: Fruit borer, Whitefly, Early blight

Simple actions:

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

Irrigation

  • Give light irrigation every 10–15 days (soil-moisture based), adjust for morning dew.
  • Avoid water stagnation, especially in seedbeds; ensure good drainage to prevent fungal issues.
  • Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture, regulate soil temperature, and reduce weeds.
  • Prefer drip or furrow irrigation where possible for efficiency and disease control.

Conclusion

November in Shamli is all about smart winter planning:

  • Transplant healthy seedlings of cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, onion, and late-season tomato/brinjal.
  • Complete direct sowing of main season peas, radish, carrot, and turnip for good harvest.
  • Plant main-season potato varieties at optimal spacing for best yield.
  • Keep planting quick-growing leafy greens (spinach, coriander, fenugreek) for steady market income.
  • Regularly check for pests and diseases, providing timely, light irrigation as winter sets in.

If you follow these steps—quick-duration leafy greens for cash flow, medium/long-duration vegetables for stability, and timely potato/pea for premium returns—you’ll enter the peak winter season strong, steady, and profitable.

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