Vegetables to grow in january in Bhadohi up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Bhadohi, up (UP)? In January, in blocks like Abholi, Aurai, Bhadohi, Deegh, Gyanpur, Suriyawan, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Mustard, Peas, Carrot, Radish, Cauliflower. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek are also being sown. This is the peak of the Rabi season, with cold weather and low soil moisture, making timely irrigation very important for standing crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in March–April.

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

What fields typically look like early january

• Standing/harvest crops: Mustard, potato, tomato, and peas are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, chilli, cauliflower, and cabbage seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, fenugreek, and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Chickpea and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (January)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach, Fenugreek, Coriander, Mustard, and Pea.
✅ Benefit – These crops are well-suited for the Bhadohi climate during this period and provide a good yield.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for Chilli and Tomato if planning for the summer crop.
✅ Benefit – Starting nurseries now allows for timely transplanting in February-March.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant Onion seedlings; ensure proper spacing and irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Transplanting at this time results in a good bulb size and yield.

Vegetable crops:
Plant Garlic and Potato.
✅ Benefit – January is the ideal time for planting these crops in Bhadohi for a good yield.

Pulse crops:
Sow Chickpea and Lentil seeds.
✅ Benefit – These pulse crops thrive in the cooler temperatures of January in Bhadohi.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and crop selection in January, farmers in Bhadohi can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Abholi Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Onion
• Transplant: Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard as intercrop provides additional income.
  • Potato and Onion are major crops for Bhadohi.
    
• Advantage: Maximize land use and income potential.
  

🌾 Aurai Block

• Sow now: Wheat, Chickpea
• Prepare land: For summer vegetables like cucumber and bottle gourd
• How & Why:
  
  • Wheat and Chickpea are staple crops for Rabi season.
  • Early land preparation ensures timely sowing of summer vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Secure staple food and prepare for summer income.
  

🌾 Bhadohi Block

• Sow now: Pea, Lentil
• Transplant: Chili, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Lentil improve soil fertility.
  • Transplanting Chili and Capsicum ensures early yield.
    
• Advantage: Soil health improvement and early market access.
  

🌾 Deegh Block

• Sow now: Barley, Gram
• Mulch: Existing vegetable crops to conserve moisture
• How & Why:
  
  • Barley and Gram are drought-resistant crops.
  • Mulching reduces water loss during dry spells.
    
• Advantage: Water conservation and stable yield in dry conditions.
  

🌾 Gyanpur Block

• Sow now: Rai, Oat
• Protect: Young seedlings from frost
• How & Why:
  
  • Rai and Oat provide fodder for livestock.
  • Frost protection ensures healthy growth of seedlings.
    
• Advantage: Livestock support and healthy plant establishment.
  

🌾 Suriyawan Block

• Sow now: Toria, Linseed
• Prepare nursery: For early summer vegetables
• How & Why:
  
  • Toria and Linseed are short duration oilseed crops.
  • Nursery preparation ensures timely availability of seedlings.
    
• Advantage: Quick oilseed income and preparation for summer crops.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Bhadohi, January)

• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, Aphids
  
• Pea: Pod borer, Powdery mildew
  
• Potato: Late blight, Aphids
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  
  

Simple actions:

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

Irrigation (Bhadohi, January)

• Water every 10–15 days, or when the top soil layer feels dry.
  
• Morning irrigation is best to allow plants to dry before nightfall.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to keep soil warm and save moisture.
  
• Avoid over-watering to prevent root rot in cold soil; ensure good drainage.
  

Conclusion

January in Bhadohi is all about smart planning:

• Continue harvesting mature winter vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, and peas.
  
• Sow quick-growing leafy greens like spinach, coriander, and fenugreek for continuous income.
  
• Maintain standing crops (potato, tomato, brinjal) with timely weeding, earthing up, and nutrient application.
  
• Protect tender crops from frost using covers or light irrigation.
  
• Keep a close watch on pests and diseases, especially fungal issues, and manage them promptly.
  
  

If you follow these steps—focusing on timely harvesting, maintaining existing crops, sowing quick greens for cash flow, and protecting against winter challenges—you’ll ensure a steady income and prepare well for the upcoming spring season.