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

Are you a farmer from Agra, up (UP)? In July, in blocks like Achhnera, Akola, Bichpuri, Fatehpur Sikri, Jagner, Khandauli, Saiyan, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cucumber, Cluster Bean. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Cauliflower, Cabbage, Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the peak of the Kharif season with active monsoon rains, so soil moisture is generally high, making it ideal for sowing. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Agra 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: Bajra, Maize, Okra, and Brinjal are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, Chilli, Cauliflower, and Cabbage seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, Amaranthus, and Fenugreek sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeonpea and Groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

👉 Overall, in early july, fields in Agra 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):
Okra, Cluster bean, Cowpea, Amaranthus, and leafy vegetables. These crops can be sown directly in the field during July.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for chili, brinjal, tomato and cauliflower.
✅ Benefit – This helps to get seedlings ready for transplanting at the right time for better yield.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant rice seedlings to the main field. Ensure proper spacing and water management for optimal growth.

Kharif crops (main season crops):
Sowing of Kharif crops like Maize, Pearl millet, and Sorghum can be initiated.
✅ Benefit – Ensures continuous food supply and steady income.

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

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) for Agra Uttar Pradesh (July)

🌾 Achhnera Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Amaranthus
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and bottle gourd thrive in the July heat, providing early yields.
  • Transplanting brinjal and chili ensures healthy growth before the monsoon intensifies.
    
• Advantage: High demand for summer vegetables ensures good market prices.
  

🌾 Akola Block

• Sow now: Cluster Bean, Cowpea, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Tomato (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Cluster bean and cowpea are drought-tolerant and suitable for rain-fed areas.
  • Early tomato transplanting helps avoid late blight during monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Diversifying with legumes improves soil health and crop yield.
  

🌾 Bichpuri Block

• Sow now: Pumpkin, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Transplant: Cauliflower (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourd vegetables are well-suited to the monsoon climate.
  • Early cauliflower transplanting takes advantage of the moderate temperatures.
    
• Advantage: High yield from gourd vegetables and a good market for early cauliflower.
  

🌾 Fatehpur Sikri Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi), Radish
• Transplant: Capsicum, Eggplant
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing spinach, methi, and radish provide a fast return.
  • Transplanting capsicum and eggplant gives them a head start.
    
• Advantage: Regular income from short-term crops and strong growth for main crops.
  

🌾 Jagner Block

• Sow now: Maize (for fodder), Sorghum (for fodder)
• Transplant: None (focus on fodder crops)
• How & Why:
  
  • Fodder crops ensure livestock feed during the monsoon.
  • Focus on soil health to benefit future vegetable crops.
    
• Advantage: Securing livestock feed and improving soil fertility.
  

🌾 Khandauli Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumber and gourds thrive in the monsoon.
  • Tomato and chili benefit from early transplanting before heavy rains.
    
• Advantage: Consistent supply of vegetables and better yields.
  

🌾 Saiyan Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Okra, Cowpea
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus provides quick greens, while okra and cowpea are reliable.
  • Brinjal transplanting allows for healthy growth.
    
• Advantage: Diverse crops ensure continuous income.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

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

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week, especially after rains. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves/plants immediately to prevent spread.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects. Keep fields clean of weeds, especially in wet conditions.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays. For fungal issues, ensure timely application.
  
  

Irrigation

• During monsoon, focus on good drainage. Avoid water stagnation.
  
• Give light irrigation only if there's a dry spell for more than 5-7 days.
  
• Ensure proper drainage in nurseries and fields to prevent root rot.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw) to manage soil moisture and suppress weeds during dry intervals.
  
• Prefer raised beds and furrow irrigation to manage excess water.
  

Conclusion

July in Agra is all about managing monsoon challenges and preparing for future harvests:

• Properly manage standing monsoon vegetables like Okra, Bottle Gourd, and Ridge Gourd.
  
• Direct sow quick cash crops like Cowpea (Lobia) and Cluster Bean (Guar).
  
• Raise nurseries for early Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, and Cabbage.
  
• Ensure proper drainage in fields to prevent waterlogging.
  
• Closely monitor for monsoon pests and diseases, applying timely control.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—managing existing crops, planting quick monsoon vegetables for cash, preparing nurseries for the next season, and tackling monsoon-specific challenges—you’ll ensure steady income and a strong foundation for future harvests.