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

Are you a farmer from Bahraich, up (UP)? In February, in blocks like Bahraich, Balha, Chittaura, Huzoorpur, Jarwal, Kaiserganj, Mahsi, Mihinpurwa, Nawabganj, Phakharpur, Shivpur, Tajwapur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Tomato, Cauliflower, Peas, Carrot. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Brinjal, Chilli, Tomato, Capsicum, Bottle Gourd.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Amaranth are also being sown. This is the end of the Rabi season with rising temperatures, so maintaining soil moisture through timely irrigation is crucial for maturing crops and preparing for the Zaid season. So your planning now will decide your profits in April–May.

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

What fields typically look like early october

• Standing/harvest crops: Paddy, sugarcane, maize, and vegetables like okra are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chilli, 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: Urad and groundnut continue in suitable upland/irrigated areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (February) in Bahraich

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 September, 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 September, farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bahraich Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Garlic, Onion
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard sown now escapes late-season aphid attacks.
  • Potato gives good yield potential in February planting.
  • Garlic and Onion are suitable for February sowing for summer harvest.
    
• Advantage: Timely sowing ensures healthy crop and good market price.
  

🌾 Balha Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Pea, Lentil
• Transplant: Chili, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Lentil fix nitrogen in the soil, benefiting future crops.
  • Mustard planted now avoids damage from late-season pests.
  • Tomato transplanting now allows for an early summer harvest.
    
• Advantage: Improved soil health and early market access.
  

🌾 Chittaura Block

• Sow now: Potato, Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato offers good yield potential with February sowing.
  • Radish and Carrot provide quick returns between major crops.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower benefit from cooler February weather.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income and efficient land use.
  

🌾 Huzoorpur Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Gram
• Transplant: Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Gram benefits from the residual moisture in the soil.
  • Mustard ensures a harvest before the summer heat arrives.
  • Early transplant of tomato and brinjal yields good prices.
    
• Advantage: Optimized resource use and early market advantage.
  

🌾 Jarwal Block

• Sow now: Pea, Lentil, Barley
• Transplant: Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Lentil enhance soil fertility through nitrogen fixation.
  • Barley is a good option for crop rotation and animal feed.
  • Chili benefits from transplanting in February for summer harvest.
    
• Advantage: Enhanced soil health and diversified income streams.
  

🌾 Kaiserganj Block

• Sow now: Potato, Onion, Garlic
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato offers good yield when planted in February.
  • Onion and Garlic are planted now for a timely summer harvest.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower thrive in the cool February weather.
    
• Advantage: Healthy crops and potential for high market prices.
  

🌾 Mahsi Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Gram, Pea
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Gram and Pea improve soil fertility through nitrogen fixation.
  • Mustard planted now avoids pest issues later.
  • Tomato transplanting early ensures better yields.
    
• Advantage: Improved soil and better crop production.
  

🌾 Mihinpurwa Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Barley, Mustard
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil enriches the soil with nitrogen.
  • Barley is beneficial for crop rotation.
  • Brinjal and Chili get a head start for summer production.
    
• Advantage: Better soil health and early harvest.
  

🌾 Nawabganj Block

• Sow now: Potato, Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato maximizes yield potential in February.
  • Radish and Carrot offer quick returns.
  • Cabbage benefits from the cool weather.
    
• Advantage: Quick income and efficient land use.
  

🌾 Phakharpur Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Pea
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea enriches soil with nitrogen.
  • Mustard avoids late-season pests.
  • Tomato and Chili provide early summer harvest.
    
• Advantage: Healthy soil and early market access.
  

🌾 Shivpur Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Barley
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil fixes nitrogen in the soil.
  • Barley provides crop rotation benefits.
  • Brinjal ensures early production.
    
• Advantage: Improved soil and timely harvest.
  

🌾 Tajwapur Block

• Sow now: Potato, Onion, Garlic
• Transplant: Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato offers good yields in February.
  • Onion and Garlic are planted for summer harvest.
  • Cauliflower thrives in the cooler weather.
    
• Advantage: Healthy crops and better market prices.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch for Bahraich, February:

• Okra (early sown): Whitefly, Aphids
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Powdery mildew, Aphids
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, shoot borer, Whitefly
  
  

Simple actions:

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

Irrigation

• Give light irrigation every 7–10 days (based on soil moisture and temperature).
  
• Ensure good drainage in nurseries to avoid waterlogging.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

February in Bahraich is all about strategic transition and early starts:

• Finish harvesting of late winter crops like potato, radish, and turnip.
  
• Prepare fields thoroughly for upcoming summer vegetables.
  
• Direct sow early summer vegetables like bhindi, bottle gourd, and sponge gourd for early market.
  
• Start nursery for long-duration summer crops: tomato, brinjal, and chili.
  
• Maintain light, timely irrigation and manage pests on standing and new crops.
  
  

If you effectively manage the last leg of winter harvest, prepare your land well, and strategically plant early summer crops, you’ll set a strong foundation for a profitable summer season.