Vegetables to grow in march in Chandauli up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Chandauli, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Barhani, Chakia, Chandauli, Dhanaura, Naugarh, Niyamtabad, Ratasi, Sakaldiha, Shahabganj, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Tomato, Onion, Brinjal, Chilli, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Watermelon, Muskmelon, Ridge Gourd.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. March marks the end of the Rabi season and the start of Zaid crop sowing, so soil moisture is decreasing and regular irrigation becomes essential for a good summer harvest. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

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

What fields typically look like early march

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, wheat, mustard, and potato are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chili, and cauliflower 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: Lentil and chickpea continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (March)

Sowing of summer vegetables:
Cucurbits (cucumber, bitter gourd, bottle gourd, pumpkin etc.) and okra can be sown.
✅ Benefit – Timely sowing ensures good yield and better market price.

Irrigation:
Provide irrigation to summer vegetables at regular intervals.
✅ Benefit – Adequate moisture helps in proper growth and development of plants.

Fertilizer application:
Apply a second dose of nitrogenous fertilizers to the standing crop.
✅ Benefit – Enhances vegetative growth and yield.

Weed management:
Carry out weeding and hoeing operations in summer vegetables.
✅ Benefit – Weed-free environment ensures better utilization of resources by the main crop.

Pest and disease management:
Monitor crops regularly for pest and disease infestation and take appropriate control measures.
✅ Benefit – Prevents yield loss due to pests and diseases.

👉 In this way, by planning sowing, irrigation, fertilizer application, weed and pest management in March, farmers of Chandauli can increase their income.

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

 

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Barhani Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, pumpkin, cucumber.
• Prepare: Nursery for okra, chili.
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer vegetables fetch good prices in early season.
  • Okra and chili nurseries will ensure timely transplanting after the summer heat subsides.
    
• Advantage: Early sowing of cucurbits = higher profits.
  

🌾 Chakia Block

• Sow now: Okra, cluster bean (guar).
• Continue: Irrigation in summer vegetables.
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and guar are relatively drought-tolerant and can withstand the summer heat.
  • Regular irrigation is crucial for good yields in summer vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Drought-resistant crops + irrigation = sustainable income.
  

🌾 Chandauli Block

• Sow now: Sponge gourd, bitter gourd.
• Manage: Aphids and whiteflies in vegetables.
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourd vegetables thrive well in the summer and provide decent returns.
  • Aphids and whiteflies can severely affect yields; timely control is essential.
    
• Advantage: Summer gourds + pest management = better yields.
  

🌾 Dhanaura Block

• Sow now: Cowpea (lobia).
• Harvest: Winter vegetables, if any are remaining.
• How & Why:
  
  • Cowpea is a short-duration pulse crop that can be grown in summer.
  • Clearing the field after harvesting winter vegetables prepares it for the next crop.
    
• Advantage: Short-duration pulse crop + field preparation = efficient land use.
  

🌾 Naugarh Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, muskmelon.
• Prepare: Land for paddy cultivation.
• How & Why:
  
  • Melons are in high demand during summer and fetch attractive prices.
  • Early land preparation for paddy ensures timely sowing after the monsoon arrives.
    
• Advantage: High-value melons + paddy preparation = optimized returns.
  

🌾 Niyamtabad Block

• Sow now: Ridge gourd (tori), round melon (tinda).
• Weed: Summer vegetable fields.
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are well-suited to the summer climate and provide good yields.
  • Weeds compete with the main crop for nutrients and water; timely weeding is necessary.
    
• Advantage: Climate-suitable vegetables + weed control = higher productivity.
  

🌾 Ratasi Block

• Sow now: Brinjal (early planting).
• Irrigate: Regularly all summer crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • Early brinjal planting can give the plants a head start before the peak summer heat.
  • Consistent irrigation is vital for successful summer vegetable production.
    
• Advantage: Early start for brinjal + consistent water supply = better growth.
  

🌾 Sakaldiha Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (chaulai).
• Mulch: Vegetable beds to conserve moisture.
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus is a fast-growing leafy vegetable that provides quick returns.
  • Mulching helps retain soil moisture and reduces the need for frequent irrigation.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns + moisture conservation = efficient resource use.
  

🌾 Shahabganj Block

• Sow now: Summer squash (zucchini).
• Monitor: For fruit flies in cucurbits.
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer squash is a short-duration crop that can be harvested quickly.
  • Fruit flies can cause significant damage to cucurbit crops; regular monitoring is essential.
    
• Advantage: Short duration crop + pest monitoring = reduced losses and quick returns.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Chandauli, March)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Powdery mildew, Aphids
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miner, 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.
  
• 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 (Chandauli, March)

• Give light irrigation every 5-7 days, depending on soil and crop stage. Check soil moisture daily.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds as temperatures rise.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible for efficient water use.
  

Conclusion

March in Chandauli is all about smart summer planning:

• Finish harvesting late winter crops like peas, cabbage, and cauliflower, and prepare fields for summer planting.
• Direct sow main summer vegetables: Okra (Bhindi), Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Ridge Gourd (Torai), and Bitter Gourd (Karela) for early market access.
• Plant quick-yielding summer leafy greens like Amaranth (Chaulai) for fast income.
• Manage irrigation carefully; it's critical as temperatures rise, ensuring consistent soil moisture.
• Monitor for early summer pests (e.g., jassids, aphids) and diseases, taking prompt protective measures.

If you focus on timely sowing of cucurbits and okra for main summer harvest, alongside quick greens for steady cash, and careful water management, you’ll ensure a productive and profitable summer season.