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

Are you a farmer from Amethi, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Amethi, Bhetua, Gauriganj, Jagdishpur, Jamo, Musafirkhana, Sangrampur, Shahgarh, Shukul Bazar, Tiloi, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle gourd, Bitter gourd, Ridge gourd, Cowpea. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. June marks the start of the Kharif season as the Zaid season ends; with the monsoon arriving, soil moisture will improve, but early sowings May still require irrigation. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Amethi 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: Okra, brinjal, cucurbits, and early paddy are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chilli, cauliflower, and early brinjal seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, fenugreek (methi), and amaranth (cholai) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urdbean (black gram) and groundnut continue in suitable upland areas.
  
  

👉 Overall, in early june, fields in Amethi 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 (Bhindi), Cluster Bean (Gawar), Cowpea (Lobia), and leafy vegetables like Amaranthus (Chaulai), Spinach (Palak).
✅ Benefit – These crops thrive in warm weather and provide quick returns.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for rice, tomato, brinjal, chili, and cauliflower.
✅ Benefit – Early nursery preparation ensures timely transplanting during the monsoon season.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early rice seedlings. Start transplanting tomato, chili, and brinjal seedlings towards the end of the month if monsoon arrives.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting maximizes yield potential.

Vegetable crops (with irrigation):
Bitter gourd, bottle gourd, cucumber, pumpkin, and ridge gourd.
✅ Benefit – Irrigation ensures good growth and continuous production even if the monsoon is delayed.

Pulse crops (with adequate drainage):
Sow Arhar (Pigeon Pea) after the onset of monsoon, ensuring proper drainage to prevent waterlogging.
✅ Benefit – Arhar is a long-duration crop and a good source of protein.

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

Let’s Start in June – Crop + Method + Advantage for Amethi Farmers

 

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Amethi Block

• Sow now: Okra, cucumber, pumpkin, bottle gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal, chili
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are suitable for the June climate in Amethi.
  • Ensure proper irrigation due to the high temperatures.
    
• Advantage: High demand for these vegetables in local markets during this period.
  

🌾 Bhetua Block

• Sow now: Okra, cowpea, cluster bean
• Transplant: Tomato, chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Cowpea and cluster bean are drought-resistant and suitable for drier areas.
  • Ensure proper spacing for tomato and chili plants to maximize yield.
    
• Advantage: Diversified crop selection reduces risk.
  

🌾 Gauriganj Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, bitter gourd, ridge gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds thrive in the hot and humid conditions of June.
  • Brinjal benefits from early transplanting in this block.
    
• Advantage: Good market demand for gourds.
  

🌾 Jagdishpur Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, pumpkin, sponge gourd
• Transplant: Chili, tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Sponge gourd grows well with adequate sunlight.
  • Chili and tomato can provide good yields with proper care.
    
• Advantage: Varied crop selection ensures continuous harvest.
  

🌾 Jamo Block

• Sow now: Okra, cucumber
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and cucumber can be harvested quickly.
  • Early transplant of brinjal can lead to a higher yield.
    
• Advantage: Short-term and long-term crop rotation.
  

🌾 Musafirkhana Block

• Sow now: Cowpea, cluster bean
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Cowpea and cluster bean are ideal for intercropping.
  • Tomato transplanting can provide early yields.
    
• Advantage: Effective land utilization and increased income.
  

🌾 Sangrampur Block

• Sow now: Bitter gourd, ridge gourd
• Transplant: Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Bitter and ridge gourd are suitable for the local climate.
  • Chili transplanting can improve crop health and yield.
    
• Advantage: Focus on high-value crops for better returns.
  

🌾 Shahgarh Block

• Sow now: Pumpkin, sponge gourd
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkin and sponge gourd are low-maintenance crops.
  • Transplanting tomato helps establish a strong root system.
    
• Advantage: Reduced input costs and reliable yields.
  

🌾 Shukul Bazar Block

• Sow now: Okra, cucumber
• Transplant: Brinjal, chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and cucumber provide quick returns.
  • Brinjal and chili are popular market vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Quick and steady income flow.
  

🌾 Tiloi Block

• Sow now: Cowpea, cluster bean
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Cowpea and cluster bean enrich the soil.
  • Tomato transplanting ensures consistent growth.
    
• Advantage: Improved soil health and crop productivity.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red Pumpkin Beetle
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Caterpillars
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout fields 2-3 times a week. Check undersides of leaves and new shoots.
  
• Remove and destroy affected fruits/leaves promptly.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/shoot borers. Keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Spray only when needed; follow label instructions and rotate sprays to prevent resistance.
  
  

Irrigation

• Before monsoon, irrigate every 5-7 days, especially for young plants.
  
• Once monsoon starts, ensure good drainage. Avoid waterlogging in beds.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture (if no rain) and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

June in Amethi is all about smart planning:

• Prepare fields thoroughly for monsoon crops, focusing on good drainage.
  
• Direct sow Kharif Bhindi, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd, and Cluster Bean for early market.
  
• Start nurseries for Kharif Brinjal, Chilli, and rainy-season Tomato for transplanting.
  
• Finish harvesting of any remaining late summer vegetables quickly.
  
• Keep a sharp eye on pests and diseases with monsoon onset; manage waterlogging effectively.
  
• Consider quick-growing monsoon radish or leafy greens for early income.
  
  

If you follow these steps—getting quick-growing crops for early cash, direct-sown Kharif for steady income, and nursery-raised crops for main season production—you’ll ensure a strong and profitable monsoon harvest.