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

Are you a farmer from Bhadohi, up (UP)? In May, in blocks like Abholi, Aurayi, Bhadohi, Deegh, Gyanpur, Suriyawan, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Watermelon. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the Zaid harvest and Kharif preparation period, with hot, dry weather making frequent irrigation essential for soil moisture. So your planning now will decide your profits in August–September.

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

What fields typically look like early may

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane is being harvested, while mangoes are ripening in orchards, and some farmers are harvesting the last of their wheat crop.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chilli, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised in nurseries for transplanting after the monsoon.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhania) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urad dal and moong dal continue in suitable areas, and groundnut sowing is ongoing in some rain-fed areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (May)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia), Cluster Bean (Guar).
✅ Benefit – These crops thrive in warm weather and provide a quick yield.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early Kharif vegetables like cucurbits (pumpkin, bottle gourd, ridge gourd) and tomatoes (for late Kharif).
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely availability of seedlings for transplanting after the monsoon.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early paddy (rice) seedlings in irrigated areas of Bhadohi-up. Start transplanting vegetable seedlings like chili and brinjal in prepared fields.
✅ Benefit – Early transplanting of paddy allows for timely harvesting and potentially a second crop. Transplanting chili and brinjal ensures they establish well before the monsoon.

Climbing vegetables (with proper staking and support):
Bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, sponge gourd, and cucumber. Provide support structures to maximize yield.
✅ Benefit – Climbing vegetables utilize vertical space efficiently and produce high yields with proper management.

Pulses (for soil health and nutrition):
Sow summer moong (green gram) and urad (black gram) as short-duration crops for additional income and soil enrichment.
✅ Benefit – Pulses improve soil fertility by fixing nitrogen and provide a valuable source of protein.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and crop diversification in May, farmers in Bhadohi can increase their income and improve soil health.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Abholi Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, cucumber, bitter gourd
• Prepare seedlings: Okra, tomato, chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer vegetables thrive in May's heat.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
    
• Advantage: Maximize summer produce + monsoon prep.
  

🌾 Aurayi Block

• Sow now: Okra, cluster bean, cowpea
• Prepare seedlings: Brinjal, cauliflower, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • These crops withstand Bhadohi's May climate.
  • Seedlings will be ready for transplant after first rains.
    
• Advantage: Good yield + timely monsoon planting.
  

🌾 Bhadohi Block

• Sow now: Pumpkin, ridge gourd, sponge gourd
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, eggplant
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables do well in Bhadohi's summer.
  • Get your seedlings ready for transplant after the monsoon starts.
    
• Advantage: Grow summer veggies + prepare monsoon crops.
  

🌾 Deegh Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, cucumber, watermelon
• Prepare seedlings: Capsicum, cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus provides quick yield in hot weather.
  • Seedlings for winter crops need to be prepared early.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash + early winter vegetable prep.
  

🌾 Gyanpur Block

• Sow now: Round gourd, snake gourd, ash gourd
• Prepare Seedlings: Early cauliflower, brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are perfect for summer cultivation.
  • Early cauliflower seedlings ensure good returns.
    
• Advantage: High yield in summer + early winter crop prep.
  

🌾 Suriyawan Block

• Sow now: Bitter gourd, okra, beans
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables give a good yield in May's heat.
  • Seedlings need to be ready for the monsoon planting.
    
• Advantage: Summer income + timely monsoon crops.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Jassids, Fruit borer
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red pumpkin beetle
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Shoot & Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
  

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

• Irrigate regularly, usually every 3-5 days for most vegetables, depending on soil type. Water in early morning or late evening.
  
• Avoid water stagnation; ensure good drainage, especially after heavy rains.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible for efficient water use.
  

Conclusion

May in Bhadohi is all about managing heat and preparing for monsoon:

• Continue harvesting summer vegetables like gourds, okra, and brinjal.
  
• Sow heat-tolerant okra, cluster beans, and cowpea for sustained yield.
  
• Transplant monsoon brinjal and chilli seedlings with proper irrigation.
  
• Grow quick-growing leafy greens like Amaranthus for early income.
  
• Provide regular, light irrigation and monitor closely for summer pests.
  
  

By focusing on heat-tolerant crops, efficient water management, and timely pest control, you’ll ensure a steady harvest through summer and set a strong foundation for the upcoming monsoon season.