Vegetables to grow in april in Bahraich up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Bahraich, up (UP)? In April, in blocks like Bahraich, Chittaura, Huzoorpur, Jarwal, Kaisarganj, Mahasi, Mihinpurwa, Nanpara, Phakharpur, Payagpur, Risia, Shivpur, Tajwapur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin, Cowpea. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Early Cauliflower, Paddy.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the peak of the Zaid season, a hot and dry period where frequent irrigation is crucial as soil moisture is low. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

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

What fields typically look like early april

• Standing/harvest crops: Wheat, mustard, and sugarcane are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, tomato, chili, 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: Lentil and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (April)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Watermelon, Muskmelon, Pumpkin, and Summer Squash.
✅ Benefit – These are warm-season vegetables and fruits that thrive in April's climate in Bahraich-up.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for Chilli, Brinjal (Eggplant), and Tomato for the monsoon season.
✅ Benefit – Starting nurseries now ensures seedlings are ready when the monsoon arrives in Bahraich-up.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
If you started early nurseries in March, transplant Chilli and Brinjal seedlings to the main field. Ensure proper irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Early transplanting takes advantage of the warm weather in Bahraich-up for better growth.

Pulses (if irrigation available):
Summer Moong (Green Gram) and Urad (Black Gram).
✅ Benefit – Short-duration crops that can provide additional income before the Kharif season in Bahraich-up.

Sugarcane:
Continue planting sugarcane if you haven't already finished.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting ensures optimal growth and yield in Bahraich-up.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, pulses, and sugarcane in April, farmers in Bahraich can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bahraich, Chittaura, Huzoorpur, Jarwal, Kaisarganj, Mahasi, Mihinpurwa, Nanpara, Phakharpur, Payagpur, Risia, Shivpur, Tajwapur Blocks

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin.
• Prepare: Nursery for early Kharif Rice varieties.
• How & Why:
• Summer vegetables like Okra and gourds provide income before monsoon crops.
• Early nursery preparation ensures timely transplanting of rice during monsoon.
• Advantage: Income generation before monsoon and timely planting of main crop.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch for Bahraich (April)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Powdery mildew
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
• Chilli: Thrips, Mites
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects and keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation for Bahraich (April)

• Give light irrigation every 3–5 days, especially during morning or evening hours.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure proper drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture, keep soil cool, and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds, tomato, and chilli where possible for water efficiency.
  

Conclusion

April in Bahraich is all about managing heat and planting summer crops:

• Finish harvesting any remaining late Rabi crops or early sown cucurbits.
• Focus on direct sowing quick-growing summer vegetables like Okra, Cowpea, and Cluster Bean for early market returns.
• Prepare fields thoroughly for sowing main summer gourds (Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd) and melons.
• Ensure critical and timely irrigation due to rising temperatures; prioritize water-saving techniques.
• Keep a close eye on summer pests like fruit borers and sucking pests; implement timely and effective control measures.
  
  

By focusing on these key steps—selecting heat-tolerant crops, meticulous water management, and proactive pest control—you’ll secure a successful and profitable summer harvest, setting a strong base for the upcoming monsoon season.