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

Are you a farmer from Bulandshahr, up (UP)? In February, in blocks like Ahar, Anupshahr, Bulandshahr, Danpur, Debai, Gulaothi, Jahangirabad, Khurja, Lakhaoti, Pahasu, Secunderabad, Shikarpur, Siana, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Bottle Gourd.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Amaranth are also being sown. February marks the transition from the Rabi harvest to Zaid season preparations, so maintaining soil moisture with timely irrigation is crucial for the standing crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in April–May.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Bulandshahr 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 february

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, mustard, potato and wheat are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chili, brinjal and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhania) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Mustard and potato continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (February)

Sugarcane Planting: February is the ideal time to plant sugarcane in Bulandshahr. Ensure proper soil preparation and irrigation for a good yield.

Summer Vegetable Nursery: Prepare nurseries for summer vegetables like bottle gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, and pumpkin. This will allow for early transplanting when the weather warms up.

Wheat Management: Monitor wheat crops for any signs of pests or diseases. Apply appropriate fertilizers as needed based on soil testing recommendations for Bulandshahr-up.

Mustard Harvesting: If mustard crops are ready, begin harvesting in February to avoid any losses due to adverse weather conditions.

Irrigation: Ensure adequate irrigation for all crops, especially those that are in critical growth stages. Consider using efficient irrigation methods to conserve water in Bulandshahr.

👉 By focusing on sugarcane planting, summer vegetable nursery preparation, wheat management, mustard harvesting, and irrigation, farmers in Bulandshahr can optimize their agricultural practices in February.

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

 

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Ahar Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Garlic
• Prepare land: For summer vegetables like cucurbits (pumpkin family)
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard benefits from timely sowing for better yield in Bulandshahr's climate.
  • Potato and Garlic are key winter cash crops.
    
• Advantage: Optimized winter crop cycle, setting up for summer.
  

🌾 Anupshahr Block

• Sow now: Wheat (late varieties), Chickpea
• Continue caring for: Existing potato crop (monitor for blight)
• How & Why:
  
  • Late wheat can still provide a decent yield if sown promptly.
  • Chickpea is a good option for diversification and soil health.
    
• Advantage: Maximizing late-season planting, protecting existing investments.
  

🌾 Bulandshahr Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Garlic
• Prepare land: For summer vegetables like cucurbits (pumpkin family)
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard benefits from timely sowing for better yield in Bulandshahr's climate.
  • Potato and Garlic are key winter cash crops.
    
• Advantage: Optimized winter crop cycle, setting up for summer.
  

🌾 Danpur Block

• Sow now: Wheat (late varieties), Lentil
• Care for: Sugarcane (ratoon management)
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil improves soil fertility after rice or sugarcane.
  • Proper ratoon management ensures good sugarcane regrowth.
    
• Advantage: Soil health improvement, sugarcane yield optimization.
  

🌾 Debai Block

• Sow now: Barley, Pea
• Transplant: Onion seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Barley is drought-resistant and suits the region's soil.
  • Pea can be intercropped for additional income.
    
• Advantage: Diversified cropping, efficient land use.
  

🌾 Gulaothi Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Prepare beds: For nursery raising of summer vegetables
• How & Why:
  
  • Methi is a short duration crop providing quick returns.
  • Early nursery raising gives a head start to summer crops.
    
• Advantage: Early income, prepared for summer season.
  

🌾 Jahangirabad Block

• Sow now: Chickpea, Field Pea
• Apply: Second dose of urea to wheat
• How & Why:
  
  • Chickpea and Field Pea fix nitrogen, benefiting subsequent crops.
  • Urea application boosts wheat yield.
    
• Advantage: Increased soil fertility, improved wheat production.
  

🌾 Khurja Block

• Sow now: Potato, Garlic
• Irrigate: Wheat (critical stage)
• How & Why:
  
  • Timely irrigation ensures good grain filling in wheat.
  • Focus on Potato and Garlic which are important in this area
    
• Advantage: Higher yield for both wheat and potato crop.
  

🌾 Lakhaoti Block

• Sow now: Toria (early mustard)
• Prepare land: For sunflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Toria is a very short duration crop fitting well in rotation.
  • Sunflower can be sown after toria harvest.
    
• Advantage: Crop rotation, oilseed production.
  

🌾 Pahasu Block

• Sow now: Wheat (if not already sown), Mustard
• Weed control: In wheat and potato fields
• How & Why:
  
  • Weed compete for nutrients and reduce yield.
  • Late wheat sowing still possible with short duration varieties.
    
• Advantage: Reduced yield loss, salvage late planting.
  

🌾 Secunderabad Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Gram
• Monitor: Aphids in mustard
• How & Why:
  
  • Aphids can severely damage mustard crop.
  • Lentil/Gram is good for crop diversification.
    
• Advantage: Pest management, diversified income.
  

🌾 Shikarpur Block

• Sow now: Radish, Spinach, Fenugreek
• Prepare: nursery for summer vegetable seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing vegetables provide income.
  • Early nursery ensures timely transplanting of summer crops.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns, summer crop readiness.
  

🌾 Siana Block

• Sow now: Potato, Garlic
• Top dress: Nitrogen in sugarcane
• How & Why:
  
  • Nitrogen boosts sugarcane growth.
  • Focus on Potato and Garlic which are important in this area
    
• Advantage: Improved sugarcane and potato yield.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Bulandshahr, February)

• Okra (early crop): Jassids, Aphids
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber, early stage): Cutworm, Aphids
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf Miner
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly, 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

• Give light irrigation every 7–10 days (soil-moisture based), increasing frequency as days get warmer.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure proper drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

February in Bulandshahr is all about transition and preparation:

• Finish harvesting of late winter crops like peas and cabbage.
  
• Start direct sowing of early summer vegetables like Bhindi (okra), Tinda, and Lauki.
  
• Raise nurseries for upcoming summer crops like Chilli, Tomato, Brinjal, or transplant if seedlings are ready.
  
• Prepare fields thoroughly with organic manure for new sowings.
  
• Stay vigilant for early season pests and diseases as temperatures begin to climb.
  
  

By efficiently clearing winter crops, quickly planting early summer greens, and getting your nurseries ready on time, you'll ensure a smooth transition and a promising start to the spring-summer harvest.