Vegetables to grow in june in Etah up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Etah, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Amanpur, Awagarh, Etah, Jalesar, Marhara, Nidhauli Kalan, Sakit, Sirohi, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd. 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. June marks the beginning of the Kharif season with the expected arrival of the monsoon, requiring farmers to prepare fields for sowing and manage irrigation until rains stabilize. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

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

What fields typically look like early june

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, mango, and summer vegetables like gourds and 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: Urad dal and cotton continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (June)

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

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early Kharif vegetables like Tomato, Brinjal, and Chili. Ensure proper watering and protection from pests.
✅ Benefit – Healthy seedlings are crucial for a successful transplant and higher yields.

Sowing of Rice:
Begin sowing Rice in Etah-up, focusing on varieties suitable for the region's climate and water availability.

Sowing of Maize:
Start sowing Maize, ensuring proper soil preparation and irrigation facilities are in place.
✅ Benefit – Maize can provide a good yield if planted at the right time with sufficient water supply.

Sowing of Pulses:
Begin sowing pulses like Green Gram (Moong) and Black Gram (Urad), which are less water-intensive and can improve soil fertility.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, and timely sowing of crops suitable for Etah's climate, farmers can optimize their yield and income.

Let’s Start in June – Crop + Method + Advantage for Etah Farmers

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) for Etah, Uttar Pradesh (June)

🌾 Etah Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, okra
• Prepare nursery: Tomato, chilli, brinjal
• How & Why:
• Gourds thrive in the June heat with adequate irrigation.
• Early nursery ensures timely transplanting for the Kharif season.
• Advantage: Capitalize on summer vegetables + prepare for Kharif crops.

🌾 Jalesar Block

• Sow now: Okra, cowpea, cluster bean
• Transplant: Chilli, brinjal
• How & Why:
• These vegetables are well-suited for the local climate and soil.
• Transplanting ensures stronger plants and earlier yields.
• Advantage: Good market demand for these vegetables in nearby areas.

🌾 Awagarh Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, pumpkin, sponge gourd
• Prepare land: For paddy or maize
• How & Why:
• Gourds are fast-growing and profitable during this time.
• Land preparation ensures timely sowing of monsoon crops.
• Advantage: Diversified income options + preparation for main season crops.

🌾 Nidhauli Kalan Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, spinach, leafy vegetables
• Transplant: Tomato (early variety)
• How & Why:
• Quick-growing greens provide fast returns and improve soil health.
• Early tomato can fetch premium prices.
• Advantage: Short-term income + better returns on early crops.

🌾 Marhara Block

• Sow now: Lobia (cowpea), beans
• Nursery Preparation: Cole crops (cauliflower, cabbage)
• How & Why:
• Lobia fixes nitrogen and offers green fodder options for livestock.
• Start preparing the nursery for upcoming cole crops.
• Advantage: Improved soil fertility + planning for future vegetable cultivation.

🌾 Sakit Block

• Sow now: Bhindi (Okra)
• Prepare for transplanting: Brinjal, Tomato
• How & Why:
• Okra is suitable for the June climate.
• Prepare seedlings for upcoming Kharif season vegetables.
• Advantage: Additional income + Preparation for next season.

🌾 Sirohi Block

• Sow now: Round gourd (Tinda), Bitter gourd
• Land preparation: Focus on land preparation for monsoon crops
• How & Why:
• Round gourd and bitter gourd grow well during this time.
• Proper land preparation before monsoon season.
• Advantage: Optimized yields and healthy plants.

🌾 Amanpur Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, Bottle gourd
• Prepare seedlings: Chili, tomato, eggplant
• How & Why:
• These vegetables are well-suited for the weather
• Seedlings for early Kharif crop
• Advantage: Provides quick returns, prepares for next season.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red pumpkin beetle, Powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• 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/plants.
  
• 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 frequent, light irrigation every 3–5 days, especially during hot, dry spells. Adjust based on soil and crop needs.
  
• Ensure proper drainage in nurseries and fields to avoid waterlogging as monsoon approaches.
  
• 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. Water during early morning or late evening.
  

Conclusion

June in Etah is all about preparing for monsoon and ensuring early income:

• Finish harvesting remaining spring/summer cucurbits and bhindi quickly.
• Start sowing monsoon leafy vegetables like Chaulai and Palak for quick cash.
• Direct sow monsoon crops such as bhindi, cluster beans, cowpea, bottle gourd, and ridge gourd.
• Raise nursery beds for early brinjal, chilli, and monsoon cauliflower transplants.
• Focus on good field drainage and timely weed management as rains begin.
• Keep a sharp eye on monsoon pests and diseases for all standing and new crops.

If you follow these steps—getting quick greens for cash, sowing robust monsoon crops, raising strong nurseries, and managing field conditions—you'll set a strong, healthy, and profitable foundation for the coming monsoon season.