Vegetables to grow in december in Ayodhya up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Ayodhya, up (UP)? In December, in blocks like Ayodhya, Bhiti, Bikapur, Gosainganj, Haiderganj, Kumarganj, Masaudha, Milkipur, Pura Bazar, Rudauli, Sohawal, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Sugarcane, Potato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Peas, Mustard. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Late Cauliflower.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Radish are also being sown. December is the peak of the Rabi season in Uttar Pradesh; with cool, dry weather, regular irrigation is crucial as soil moisture is low. So your planning now will decide your profits in February–March.

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

What fields typically look like early december

• Standing/harvest crops: Mustard, sugarcane, potato, and cauliflower are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chilli, brinjal, and onion seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhania) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea (arhar) and groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (December)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Pea, chickpea, lentil, mustard, and barley are suitable for direct sowing in Ayodhya's climate during December.
✅ Benefit – These crops can utilize the available soil moisture and benefit from the cooler temperatures.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for onion and garlic. These seedlings will be ready for transplanting later in the winter months.
✅ Benefit – Ensures healthy seedlings for timely transplanting, leading to a good yield.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early varieties of cabbage, cauliflower, and tomato seedlings that were prepared in November. Protect from frost.
✅ Benefit – Allows for an early harvest and potentially better market prices.

Vegetable crops (if irrigation available):
Radish, spinach, fenugreek, coriander, and carrot can be sown for a quick harvest.
✅ Benefit – Provides a continuous supply of vegetables for local markets and household consumption.

Potato planting:
December is the ideal time for planting potatoes in Ayodhya. Use certified disease-free seed potatoes for a good yield.
✅ Benefit – Ensures a high yield of quality potatoes, a staple crop in the region.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and strategic crop selection in December, Ayodhya farmers can optimize their agricultural output and increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Ayodhya Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and Spinach are short duration crops for quick income.
  • Transplanting tomato and chilli now ensures good yield and market price in winter.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income + efficient land use.
  

🌾 Bhiti Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Coriander
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Mustard can be intercropped for better returns.
  • Timely transplanting of cabbage and cauliflower avoids pest and disease problems.
    
• Advantage: Increased yield + reduced risk of crop failure.
  

🌾 Bikapur Block

• Sow now: Potato, Onion
• Prepare nursery for: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato and onion are major cash crops for Bikapur farmers.
  • Raising tomato and chilli nursery now will provide seedlings for January transplanting.
    
• Advantage: High profit potential + timely preparation for next season.
  

🌾 Gosainganj Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Chickpea
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil and chickpea improve soil fertility and provide nutritional security.
  • Brinjal transplanting can continue in December for a prolonged harvest season.
    
• Advantage: Soil health improvement + extended harvest period.
  

🌾 Haiderganj Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Dill (Suwa)
• Transplant: Early Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Methi and Suwa are fast growing leafy vegetables with good market demand.
  • Transplanting early cauliflower now captures the early market prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns + higher profitability.
  

🌾 Kumarganj Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Indian Spinach (Palak)
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard can be grown as a mixed crop with potato or wheat.
  • Palak provides a quick source of income.
    
• Advantage: Supplementary income + efficient resource use.
  

🌾 Masaudha Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion
• Prepare Nursery for: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and onion are important spice crops of the region.
  • Preparing nursery now ensures timely availability of seedlings.
    
• Advantage: High market value + assured supply of seedlings.
  

🌾 Milkipur Block

• Sow now: Pea, Gram
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Gram are beneficial for soil nitrogen fixation.
  • Transplant tomato for good returns in winter.
    
• Advantage: Soil fertility improvement + profitable crop.
  

🌾 Pura Bazar Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and carrot are quick growing vegetables.
  • Chilli transplanted now will yield well during winter.
    
• Advantage: Early income + high yielding crop.
  

🌾 Rudauli Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato
• Transplant: Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and potato are important cash crops.
  • Cabbage transplanted in December gives good yield.
    
• Advantage: High profit potential + good yield.
  

🌾 Sohawal Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek
• Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and fenugreek are short-duration, high-demand crops.
  • Timely transplanting ensures better yields and market prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash flow + higher income.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback Moth, Aphids
  
• Peas: Powdery mildew, Pod borer
  
• Potato: Late blight, Aphids
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Early blight
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Cutworm
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested leaves/fruits. Plough out old crop residues.
  
• Use pheromone traps for 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, or as soil moisture demands. Early morning watering is best.
  
• Avoid water stagnation, especially in nurseries, to prevent damping-off in cold.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and maintain soil warmth.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation where possible for efficient water use and disease control.
  

Conclusion

December in Ayodhya is all about smart planning:

• Focus on proper care for standing winter crops like cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, peas, and potato.
  
• Sow late-season leafy vegetables like spinach, fenugreek, and coriander for continuous supply.
  
• Ensure timely harvesting of mature root crops (radish, carrot, turnip) and early winter vegetables.
  
• Protect tender plants from frost using light irrigation or covers during cold nights.
  
• Keep a close eye on pests and diseases, adjusting irrigation as per cold weather.
  
  

By focusing on the health of your established winter crops, planting late greens for continuous supply, and diligently protecting against cold, you’ll ensure a productive and profitable December.