Vegetables to grow in november in Etawah up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Etawah, up (UP)? In November, in blocks like Bakewar, Basrehar, Bharthana, Chakarnagar, Etawah Sadar, Jaswantnagar, Saifai, Takha, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Radish, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Onion.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard Greens are also being sown. This is the main Rabi sowing season after the monsoon's withdrawal, so preserving soil moisture and providing timely irrigation is critical for good crop establishment. So your planning now will decide your profits in January–February.

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

What fields typically look like early november

• Standing/harvest crops: Paddy, maize, bajra, and sugarcane are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chilli, 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 gram continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (November)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Wheat, barley, mustard, gram (chana), and lentil (masoor). These are major Rabi crops in Etawah-up.
✅ Benefit – Timely sowing ensures good germination and plant establishment before winter sets in.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for onion and garlic, if not already done. Transplanting can continue into November in Etawah-up.
✅ Benefit – Allows for better crop management and efficient use of land.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant cauliflower and cabbage seedlings in Etawah-up. Ensure proper spacing and irrigation after transplanting.
✅ Benefit – Well-established seedlings can withstand early winter stress.

Potato Planting:
November is the ideal time for potato planting in Etawah-up. Use disease-free seed potatoes and ensure proper soil preparation.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting leads to a good yield and better market prices.

Irrigation:
Provide timely irrigation to already sown crops like mustard and gram in Etawah-up, especially during dry spells.
✅ Benefit – Adequate moisture ensures proper growth and development of the crops.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, potato planting and irrigation in November, farmers in Etawah can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bakewar Block

• Sow now: Mustard, potato, pea, garlic
• Prepare beds for: Tomato, chilli, brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard gives good returns in Etawah's climate.
  • Potato is a major crop for income generation.
    
• Advantage: Timely sowing ensures good yield & market price.
  

🌾 Basrehar Block

• Sow now: Mustard, potato, pea, garlic
• Prepare beds for: Tomato, chilli, brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea is suitable for intercropping in orchards.
  • Garlic is a high value crop for Etawah farmers.
    
• Advantage: Crop diversification and enhanced profitability.
  

🌾 Bharthana Block

• Sow now: Mustard, potato, pea, garlic
• Prepare beds for: Tomato, chilli, brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard thrives in Etawah's sandy loam soil.
  • Potato is a staple crop ensuring food security.
    
• Advantage: Reliable yields and consistent income.
  

🌾 Chakarnagar Block

• Sow now: Mustard, potato, pea, garlic
• Prepare beds for: Tomato, chilli, brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic is less water intensive and good for dry areas.
  • Pea improves soil fertility naturally.
    
• Advantage: Soil health improvement and water conservation.
  

🌾 Etawah Sadar Block

• Sow now: Mustard, potato, pea, garlic
• Prepare beds for: Tomato, chilli, brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Close proximity to market ensures better prices.
  • Potato cultivation is well-established here.
    
• Advantage: Easy market access and reduced transportation costs.
  

🌾 Jaswantnagar Block

• Sow now: Mustard, potato, pea, garlic
• Prepare beds for: Tomato, chilli, brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard oil extraction is a local industry.
  • Potato seed production can be taken up.
    
• Advantage: Local market linkages and value addition.
  

🌾 Saifai Block

• Sow now: Mustard, potato, pea, garlic
• Prepare beds for: Tomato, chilli, brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Proximity to agricultural research centers.
  • Potato & mustard are suitable for crop rotation.
    
• Advantage: Access to latest techniques & improved varieties.
  

🌾 Takha Block

• Sow now: Mustard, potato, pea, garlic
• Prepare beds for: Tomato, chilli, brinjal seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Diversify with pea to improve soil.
  • Garlic gives good returns even in small plots.
    
• Advantage: Soil improvement and high value crop in small area.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, Aphids
  
• Peas: Aphids, Powdery mildew
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
• Leafy greens (Spinach, Mustard): Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Potato: Early Blight, Aphids
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested leaves/plants to prevent spread.
  
• Use yellow sticky traps for whitefly and leaf miners. Pheromone traps for fruit/shoot borers.
  
• Keep fields clean of weeds, as they host pests.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation

• Give light irrigation every 10-15 days, depending on soil type and crop stage (soil-moisture based).
  
• Avoid waterlogging, especially in newly planted beds; good drainage is essential.
  
• Mulch with dry leaves/straw to conserve moisture and control weeds, also helps keep soil warm.
  
• Water early in the morning to allow leaves to dry before nightfall, reducing fungal disease risk.
  

Conclusion

November in Etawah is crucial for a thriving winter harvest:

• Complete sowing/transplanting of main winter vegetables like cabbage, cauliflower, tomato, and brinjal.
  
• Plant fast-growing leafy greens like spinach, fenugreek, and coriander for quick returns.
  
• Sow root vegetables (radish, carrot) and continue planting peas for good market prices.
  
• Ensure timely planting of potato, garlic, and onion for high yields.
  
• Monitor closely for pests/diseases common in winter and manage irrigation carefully, especially for new transplants.
  
  

By focusing on timely planting of varied winter crops—quick greens for early income, core vegetables for stability, and strategic potato/pea for market advantage—you'll ensure a bountiful and profitable winter season.