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

Are you a farmer from Agra, up (UP)? In November, in blocks like Agra, Akola, Bichpuri, Fatehpur Sikri, Jagner, Khandauli, Saiyan, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Brinjal, Chilli, Tomato, Radish, Carrot. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Late Cauliflower, Late Cabbage, Capsicum, Onion, Tomato.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. This is the peak Rabi sowing season after the Kharif harvest, and with receding 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 Agra 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: Bajra, maize, urad, and groundnut 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 (methi), and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Mustard and potato continue in suitable upland and irrigated areas.
  
  

👉 Overall, in early november, fields in Agra 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):
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 November, 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 November, farmers can increase their income.

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

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Agra Block

• Sow now: Spinach, fenugreek, radish, carrot
• Transplant: Tomato, cauliflower, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and fenugreek provide quick returns in 30-40 days.
  • Early tomato and cauliflower transplanting can fetch good market prices in November.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash crops and early vegetables ensure better income.
  

🌾 Akola Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek, coriander, mustard, radish
• Transplant: Tomato, chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Fenugreek and coriander offer a quick income source within 35-45 days.
  • Transplanting tomatoes and chillies early can lead to higher market prices in November.
    
• Advantage: Fast-growing crops and early vegetable production increase profitability.
  

🌾 Bichpuri Block

• Sow now: Spinach, radish, mustard, fenugreek
• Transplant: Cauliflower, tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and radish are fast-growing crops, ready in about 25-35 days.
  • Transplanting cauliflower and tomatoes now ensures harvesting during peak price times in November.
    
• Advantage: Quick harvest and early vegetable availability maximize income.
  

🌾 Fatehpur Sikri Block

• Sow now: Radish, carrot, fenugreek, mustard
• Transplant: Cabbage, tomato, chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and fenugreek are short-duration crops, maturing in 30-40 days.
  • Transplanting cabbage, tomato, and chilli early can result in better yields and prices in November.
    
• Advantage: Fast-growing vegetables and timely transplanting enhance profitability.
  

🌾 Jagner Block

• Sow now: Spinach, coriander, mustard, radish
• Transplant: Tomato, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and coriander mature quickly, providing income in 30-40 days.
  • Early transplanting of tomato and cauliflower allows for harvesting when prices are high in November.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash crops and early vegetables lead to improved earnings.
  

🌾 Khandauli Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek, mustard, radish, carrot
• Transplant: Cabbage, tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Fenugreek and radish grow quickly, giving returns in approximately 30-40 days.
  • Transplanting cabbage and tomatoes early increases chances of a good yield and better prices in November.
    
• Advantage: Fast-growing crops and early vegetable production boost income potential.
  

🌾 Saiyan Block

• Sow now: Spinach, coriander, radish, mustard
• Transplant: Tomato, chilli, cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and coriander are quick cash crops, ready in 30-40 days.
  • Transplanting tomato, chilli, and cauliflower now ensures harvesting during peak demand in November.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and early vegetable harvest translate to higher income.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Cruciferous (Cabbage, Cauliflower, Radish): Diamondback moth, Aphids
  
• Peas: Powdery mildew, Pod borer
  
• Leafy greens (Spinach, Coriander): Aphids, Leaf miner
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly, Early Blight
  
• Potato: Early Blight, Late Blight, Aphids
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested leaves/plants to prevent spread.
  
• Use pheromone traps for borers if pest numbers are high; keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation

• Give light irrigation every 8-12 days (check soil moisture first).
  
• Avoid waterlogging, especially for young seedlings; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and control winter weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for potato, tomato, and other row crops where possible.
  

Conclusion

November in Agra is all about solidifying your winter harvest:

• Focus on transplanting main winter vegetables like tomato, brinjal, cauliflower, and cabbage.
  
• Continue sowing quick-growing greens: spinach, coriander, fenugreek, radish.
  
• Plant main season peas, carrots, and turnips for good yields.
  
• Maintain optimal moisture; irrigate lightly, especially in the morning.
  
• Regularly check for pests like aphids and powdery mildew.
  
  

By focusing on timely transplanting for your main crops, consistent greens for quick returns, and proper care, you’ll secure a strong and profitable winter harvest.