Vegetables to grow in march in Unnao up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

September 28, 2025

Are you a farmer from Unnao, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Asoha, Aurasa, Bangarmau, Bichhiya, Bighapur, Fatehpur Chaurasi, Ganj Muradabad, Hasanganj, Miyaganj, Nawabganj, Purwa, Safipur, Sankarpur Sarai, Sikandarpur Karan, Sumerpur, Unnao, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin, Okra. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Brinjal, Chilli, Tomato, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the Zaid season, following the Rabi harvest, so with rising temperatures, maintaining soil moisture through timely irrigation is very important. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

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

What fields typically look like early march

Standing/harvest crops: Mustard, potato, chickpea, and wheat are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
Nursery beds: Okra, brinjal, bottle gourd, and tomato 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: Lentil and sugarcane continue in suitable areas.

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

What to start now (March)

Sugarcane: Plan for planting sugarcane in March in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh. Ensure proper soil preparation, irrigation, and selection of high-yielding varieties suitable for the Unnao region.
✅ Benefit – Sugarcane contributes significantly to the agricultural economy of Unnao.

Summer Vegetables: Begin sowing summer vegetables like cucumber, pumpkin, bitter gourd, and bottle gourd. Select disease-resistant and high-yielding varieties suitable for the Unnao climate.
✅ Benefit – Provides a source of income and nutrition during the summer months.

Pulses: Farmers in Unnao can sow summer pulses like moong and urad. These crops are short-duration and help improve soil fertility.
✅ Benefit – Enhances soil health and provides additional income.

Mango Orchards: Focus on irrigation, pest, and disease management in mango orchards. Apply necessary fertilizers based on soil testing recommendations.
✅ Benefit – Improves fruit quality and yield, maximizing returns from mango farming in Unnao.

Animal Husbandry: Take care of livestock by providing adequate water, balanced feed, and protection from heat stress. Ensure vaccination and regular health check-ups.
✅ Benefit – Maintains the health and productivity of livestock, contributing to overall farm income in Unnao.

👉 By focusing on sugarcane planting, summer vegetables, pulses, mango orchard management, and animal husbandry, farmers in Unnao can optimize their agricultural practices and improve their livelihoods.

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

Crop	How to Plant (Method & Spacing)	Advantage for Farmers
Okra (Bhindi)	Direct sowing; 45-60 cm row spacing; thin to 30 cm	Fast growth in warm soil; high market demand in Unnao
Bottle Gourd (Lauki)	Direct sowing; 1.5-2m spacing; support with trellis	Good yield in summer; popular vegetable in Unnao
Sponge Gourd (Tori)	Direct sowing; 60 cm row spacing; support with trellis	Profitable summer crop; regular demand in local markets of Unnao
Cluster Bean (Gawar)	Direct sowing; 30-45 cm row spacing	Drought-tolerant; good for dry areas in Unnao
Green Gram (Moong)	Direct sowing; 30 cm row spacing	Short duration crop; improves soil fertility in Unnao farms
Cowpea (Lobhia)	Direct sowing; 45 cm row spacing	Dual purpose: vegetable and fodder; good market in Unnao
Groundnut (Summer)	Direct sowing; 30 cm row spacing	High oilseed demand; good returns for Unnao farmers
Sunflower	Direct sowing; 45 cm row spacing	Short duration; good oilseed crop for Unnao conditions
Maize (Fodder)	Direct sowing; broadcast or line sowing	Quick fodder source for livestock in Unnao

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block	Sow Now	Transplant	Pest Watch	Irrigation Tip
Unnao	Cucumber, Bitter Gourd	Chili, Tomato	Fruit flies in cucurbits	Water deeply every 5-7 days
Bichia	Okra, Bottle Gourd	Brinjal, Capsicum	Aphids on young shoots	Check soil moisture regularly
Hasan Ganj	Cowpea, Cluster Bean	Tomato	Whiteflies in vegetables	Use drip irrigation for water saving
Purwa	Sponge Gourd, Ridge Gourd	Chili, Brinjal	Thrips on leaves	Irrigate in early morning or late evening
Sikanderpur Karan	Amaranth, Spinach	Tomato, Cabbage, Cauliflower	Diamondback moth on cabbage	Avoid over-watering
Safipur	Radish, Carrot	Tomato, Cauliflower	Root knot nematodes in vegetables	Ensure proper drainage
Auras	Fenugreek, Coriander	Tomato, Brinjal	Leaf miners	Light irrigation; improve drainage
Miyaganj	Spinach, Amaranth	Tomato	Powdery mildew	Apply organic mulch
Hiloli	Okra, Cowpea	Brinjal, Cabbage	Shoot and fruit borer	Irrigate at critical growth stages
Bangarmau	Cucumber, Bottle Gourd	Chili, Tomato	Red pumpkin beetle	Water deeply, less frequently