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

Are you a farmer from Budaun, up (UP)? In May, in blocks like Ambiapur, Asafpur, Bisauli, Dantpur, Dataganj, Islamnagar, Jagat, Kadar Chowk, Myaun, Sahsawan, Salarpur, Samrer, Ujhani, Usawan, Wazirganj, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This is the peak of the Zaid season and time to prepare for Kharif, so with low soil moisture, frequent irrigation is essential for standing crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in August–September.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Budaun 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, wheat, and mustard are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, tomato, chilli, and okra 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: Urad and groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

👉 Overall, in early may, fields in Budaun 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), Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cluster Bean (Guar).
✅ Benefit – These vegetables thrive in warm weather and give quick yields.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early Kharif crops like Tomato, Brinjal, Chili, and Cauliflower for transplanting in June-July.
✅ Benefit – Early nursery preparation allows for timely transplanting and maximizes the growing season.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant seedlings of summer vegetables like chili and brinjal if the weather is favorable (avoid transplanting during peak heat waves). Consider shade nets for protection.
✅ Benefit – Transplanting at the right time can improve crop establishment and yield.

Summer pulses:
Sow summer pulses like Moong and Urad. Ensure proper irrigation and pest management.
✅ Benefit – Pulses improve soil fertility and provide additional income.

Fodder crops:
Sow fodder crops like Maize, Sorghum, and Bajra for livestock feed. This will ensure a continuous supply of green fodder during the summer months.
✅ Benefit – Provides nutritious feed for livestock, improving their health and productivity.

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

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

 

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Ambiapur Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Asafpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Bisauli Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Dantpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Dataganj Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Islamnagar Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Jagat Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Kadar Chowk Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Myaun Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Sahsawan Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Salarpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Samrer Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Ujhani Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Usawan Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

🌾 Wazirganj Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin.
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, chili, brinjal for June transplanting.
• How & Why:
  
  • May is ideal for sowing summer vegetables.
  • Early seedlings ensure timely monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Maximize summer vegetable yield, prepare for monsoon season crops.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Budaun, UP - May)

• Okra: Fruit borer, jassids, whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (Lauki, Tinda, Karela): Fruit fly, powdery mildew
  
• Brinjal/Tomato: Fruit borer, jassids, mites, whitefly
  
• Chilli: Thrips, mites, leaf curl virus
  
  

Simple actions:

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

Irrigation (Budaun, UP - May)

• Water frequently, every 3-5 days, especially during hot winds (adjust based on soil and crop).
  
• Irrigate during early morning or late evening to reduce water loss from evaporation.
  
• Ensure proper drainage to avoid waterlogging; avoid midday watering.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and keep soil cool.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for water efficiency, especially for gourds and tomato.
  

Conclusion

May in Budaun is all about smart planning:

• Harvest ongoing summer crops like gourds, brinjal, and chillies regularly.
  
• Plant new batches of heat-loving crops: Okra, Cluster Beans (Guar), and Cowpea (Lobiya).
  
• Prioritize regular, deep irrigation to counter the intense May heat and ensure crop survival.
  
• Watch out for summer pests like jassids and whiteflies; act quickly to protect your plants.
  
• Use mulching to conserve soil moisture and keep soil temperatures stable for better growth.
  
  

If you follow these steps—focusing on timely harvesting, planting heat-tolerant crops for continuous income, and efficient water & pest management—you’ll navigate the summer heat successfully and set a strong base for the upcoming Kharif season.