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

Are you a farmer from Deoria, up (UP)? In May, in blocks like Baitalpur, Bankata, Baniapar, Barhaj, Bhagalpur, Bhaluani, Bhatni, Bhatpar Rani, Deoria Sadar, Gaura Barhaj, Gauri Bazar, Khukhundu, Pathardewa, Rampur Karkhana, Rudrapur, Salempur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cowpea. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Paddy, Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal, Cauliflower.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the Zaid harvest season and the crucial preparation time for Kharif crops before the monsoon arrives, so managing soil moisture with regular irrigation is very important. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Deoria 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, mango, and summer okra are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chilli, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and amaranth (chaulai) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Moong bean and groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (May) in Deoria

Summer Vegetable Sowing:
Start sowing summer vegetables like okra (bhindi), bottle gourd (lauki), bitter gourd (karela), ridge gourd (tori), cucumber (kakdi), and pumpkin (kaddu).
✅ Benefit – These vegetables thrive in the warm Deoria climate and can provide a good yield during the summer months.

Pulse Sowing:
Sow summer pulses like green gram (moong) and black gram (urad).
✅ Benefit – Pulses help improve soil fertility and provide a good source of protein.

Nursery Preparation for Kharif Crops:
Prepare nurseries for Kharif crops like paddy (dhaan), maize (makka), and vegetables like tomato, chili, and brinjal.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely availability of seedlings for transplanting during the monsoon season.

Sugarcane Planting:
Continue planting sugarcane if you haven't already completed it.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting of sugarcane ensures good growth and yield.

Fodder Crop Sowing:
Sow fodder crops like maize (makka), sorghum (jowar), and cowpea (lobia) to provide feed for livestock during the summer months.
✅ Benefit – Ensures adequate feed supply for livestock.

👉 In this way, by planning summer vegetables, pulses, nursery preparation, sugarcane planting and fodder crops in May in Deoria, farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) - Deoria (May)

🌾 Baitalpur Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Sponge Gourd (Turai), Bitter Gourd (Karela)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Eggplant), Chili
• How & Why:
• Okra and gourds thrive in May heat, ensuring supply to market.
• Early Brinjal and Chili transplanting avoid monsoon related diseases.

Advantage: High demand during early summer + disease-free crop = maximum profit.

🌾 Bankata Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Watermelon, Muskmelon
• Prepare nursery: Tomato, Capsicum (Shimla Mirch)
• How & Why:
• Cucumbers and melons gain rapid growth and market access.
• Nursery preparation saves time for monsoon crop transplanting.

Advantage: Early market capture + timely sowing for next season = consistent income.

🌾 Baniapar Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia)
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
• Chaulai and Lobia provides quick green cover and fodder.
• Transplanting tomato and chili now leverages the advantage of early monsoon.

Advantage: Dual benefit of vegetables and fodder + timely transplanted crop = stable earning.

🌾 Barhaj Block

• Sow now: Ridge Gourd (Torai), Pumpkin (Kaddu)
• Transplant: Brinjal, Capsicum
• How & Why:
• Ridge Gourd and Pumpkin can tolerate temperature variations during monsoon onset.
• Brinjal and Capsicum transplanting during early rains gives good plant establishment.

Advantage: Vegetables resist monsoon stress + good establishment = assurance of yield.

🌾 Bhagalpur Block

• Sow now: Cluster Bean (Guar), Yard Long Bean (Barbati)
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
• Cluster Bean and Yard Long Bean can provide good yield in short time.
• Early Cauliflower and Cabbage transplanting allows crop to mature before winters.

Advantage: Quick yield + early season crop = higher profits.

🌾 Bhaluani Block

• Sow now: Sponge Gourd (Turai), Bitter Gourd (Karela)
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
• Sponge Gourd and Bitter Gourd give good yield even in hot conditions.
• Chili and Brinjal thrive well in the early monsoon.

Advantage: Monsoon proof crops + good yields = increased income.

🌾 Bhatni Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd
• Prepare nursery: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
• Okra and Bottle Gourd are fast growing and high demand vegetables.
• Nursery will be used for upcoming monsoon crops.

Advantage: Fast turnaround + prepped seedlings = double advantage.

🌾 Bhatpar Rani Block

• Sow now: Cowpea, Amaranthus
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Tomato
• How & Why:
• Cowpea and Amaranthus are drought tolerant and provide quick harvest.
• Cauliflower and Tomato can be transplanted early to get good prices.

Advantage: Drought resilient + high price yield = increased benefit.

🌾 Deoria Sadar Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Watermelon
• Prepare nursery: Tomato, Cabbage
• How & Why:
• Cucumber and Watermelon need hot temperatures to thrive.
• Nursery will allow early monsoon planting for other crops.

Advantage: Heat-loving crop + timely seedlings = optimal yield.

🌾 Gaura Barhaj Block

• Sow now: Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin
• Transplant: Brinjal, Capsicum
• How & Why:
• Ridge Gourd and Pumpkin provide good yield in warm climates.
• Brinjal and Capsicum do well in early monsoon conditions.

Advantage: Robust crops + monsoon-friendly plants = steady revenue.

🌾 Gauri Bazar Block

• Sow now: Cluster Bean, Yard Long Bean
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
• Cluster Bean and Yard Long Bean provides a good yield and cash flow.
• Transplant Cabbage and Cauliflower now for winter market prep.

Advantage: Fast growing + early prep for next season = continuous profit.

🌾 Khukhundu Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd
• Prepare nursery: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
• Okra and Bottle Gourd are quick and easy to harvest.
• Prepare seedlings for monsoon vegetables.

Advantage: Quick profit + future crops = better income.

🌾 Pathardewa Block

• Sow now: Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
• Bitter Gourd and Sponge Gourd thrive in the early summer and monsoon.
• Transplanting chili and brinjal ensures good establishment.

Advantage: Monsoon-friendly crops + strong seedlings = guaranteed yield.

🌾 Rampur Karkhana Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Watermelon
• Prepare nursery: Tomato, Cabbage
• How & Why:
• Cucumbers and Watermelons do well in May.
• Prepare nursery for upcoming tomato and cabbage crops.

Advantage: High yield crop + future crop prep = enhanced profitability.

🌾 Rudrapur Block

• Sow now: Cowpea, Amaranthus
• Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
• Cowpea and Amaranthus can be grown quickly and easily.
• Transplant tomato and cauliflower to get early season yield.

Advantage: Quick harvest + early crop establishment = reliable income.

🌾 Salempur Block

• Sow now: Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin
• Transplant: Brinjal, Capsicum
• How & Why:
• Ridge gourd and pumpkin are monsoon friendly vegetables.
• Transplant Brinjal and Capsicum for healthy growth.

Advantage: Monsoon resilient crops + healthy seedlings = sustainable income.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips for Deoria

Key pests to watch (May)

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

Simple actions:

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

Irrigation (May)

• Give light irrigation every 4–6 days (soil-moisture based), especially during peak heat.
  
• Avoid water stagnation; ensure good drainage in all fields.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible to save water.
  

Conclusion

May in Deoria is about managing the heat and preparing for the rains:

• Continue timely harvesting of summer vegetables like bottle gourd, bitter gourd, and okra.
  
• Plant heat-tolerant leafy greens like Amaranth (Chaulai) for quick income.
  
• Raise nursery for monsoon crops such as brinjal, chilli, and early varieties of tomato.
  
• Focus on efficient irrigation, providing water in the early morning or late evening.
  
• Regularly check for pests and diseases, especially in standing crops, and act quickly.
  
  

By focusing on summer crop management, smart water use, and timely nursery preparation, you'll sail through the hot month and be well-prepared for the monsoon planting season.