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

Are you a farmer from Etah, up (UP)? In May, in blocks like Aliganj, Awagarh, Etah, Jaithra, Jalesar, Marhara, Nidhauli Kalan, Sakeet, Shitalpur, 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.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, summer Spinach are also being sown. This is the peak of the Zaid season and time to prepare for Kharif sowing, so regular irrigation is crucial to manage high temperatures and maintain soil moisture before the monsoon arrives. 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 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: Okra, brinjal, bottle gourd, and summer squash are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chili, cauliflower, and early paddy seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, fenugreek, and amaranth 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 Etah 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), Cucurbits (like Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia), Green Gram (Moong).
✅ Benefit – These crops thrive in warm weather and provide a good yield in Etah.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early Kharif vegetables like tomato, brinjal, and chili. Use shade nets to protect seedlings from heat in Etah.
✅ Benefit – Ensures healthy seedlings are ready for transplanting after the monsoon starts.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Avoid transplanting during peak heat. If necessary, provide adequate irrigation and shade to transplanted seedlings of tomato, chili, and brinjal in Etah.

Summer ploughing:
Perform deep summer ploughing to expose soil pests and disease pathogens to the intense heat of Etah.
✅ Benefit – Helps in reducing pest and disease incidence in the subsequent crop season.

Water conservation:
Implement water conservation techniques like mulching and drip irrigation in Etah gardens and orchards.
✅ Benefit – Conserves water and improves crop yield during the dry summer months.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and water conservation in May, farmers in Etah can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed) for Etah District

🌾 Aliganj Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Ridge Gourd (Turai), Cucumber (Kheera)
• Prepare Seedling: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra & gourds thrive in heat; ensure proper irrigation.
  • Early seedling prep for monsoon planting.
    
• Advantage: Capitalize on summer vegetables; get ready for monsoon crops.
  

🌾 Awagarh Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia)
• Prepare Seedling: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus provides quick yield; cowpea improves soil health.
  • Prepare chilli & brinjal seedlings in shade.
    
• Advantage: Short-term crops and preparation for upcoming season.
  

🌾 Etah Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Bitter Gourd (Karela), Sponge Gourd (Nenua)
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli (if seedlings are ready)
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are ideal for summer; transplant on cloudy days.
  • Ensure proper spacing and irrigation.
    
• Advantage: Good yield with proper care and water management.
  

🌾 Jaithra Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Bean (Guar), Watermelon (Tarbooj)
• Prepare Seedling: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Watermelon needs sandy soil and good sunlight.
  • Early tomato seedling ensures timely transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Market demand for watermelon; timely tomato crop.
  

🌾 Jalesar Block

• Sow now: Cucumber (Kheera), Muskmelon (Kharbooja), Round Gourd (Tinda)
• Prepare Seedling: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Muskmelon and cucumber require well-drained soil.
  • Protect brinjal seedlings from scorching heat.
    
• Advantage: Good returns from summer cash crops; prepare for next season.
  

🌾 Marhara Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Ridge Gourd (Turai), Pumpkin (Kaddu)
• Prepare Seedling: Chilli, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkin requires large space and sufficient manure.
  • Prepare seedlings in a protected environment.
    
• Advantage: Long-term crop; prepare for monsoon vegetable planting.
  

🌾 Nidhauli Kalan Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia), Bottle Gourd (Lauki)
• Prepare Seedling: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and cowpea are quick-growing; lauki needs support.
  • Ensure proper watering for seedlings.
    
• Advantage: Quick harvest and soil improvement with legumes.
  

🌾 Sakeet Block

• Sow now: Bitter Gourd (Karela), Sponge Gourd (Nenua), Cucumber (Kheera)
• Transplant: Chilli (if ready)
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds need support; transplant chilli in the evening.
  • Provide adequate irrigation.
    
• Advantage: Summer gourds and chilli provide good income.
  

🌾 Shitalpur Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Bean (Guar), Amaranthus (Chaulai)
• Prepare Seedling: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Bhindi and guar are drought-tolerant; chaulai is quick.
  • Prepare seedlings in nursery beds.
    
• Advantage: Mixed cropping ensures income and soil health.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips (Etah, UP - May)

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, jassids, whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, red pumpkin beetle, mites
  
• Leafy greens (amaranth/palak): Aphids, mites
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, jassids, 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

• Give light irrigation every 2-4 days, especially during hot periods. Best to irrigate early morning or late evening.
  
• Avoid water stagnation; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture, keep soil cool, and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible, for efficient water use.
  

Conclusion

May in Etah is all about smart planning:

• Finish harvesting standing summer vegetables like Okra, Bottle Gourd, and Sponge Gourd.
  
• Start preparing fields for the upcoming monsoon (kharif) crops.
  
• If irrigation is good, you can still plant heat-tolerant cucurbits like some varieties of Sponge Gourd or Bitter Gourd.
  
• For quick cash, consider fast-growing, heat-tolerant leafy greens like Amaranth (Chaulai).
  
• Prioritize efficient and timely irrigation; it's crucial this month.
  
• Keep a close eye on pests and diseases, especially fruit borers and sucking pests in standing crops.
  
  

If you follow these steps—finishing summer harvest efficiently, planting heat-tolerant short-duration crops for cash flow, and rigorously managing irrigation—you’ll ensure steady income and a strong start for the monsoon season.