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

Are you a farmer from Farrukhabad, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Barhpur, Bhojpur, Farrukhabad, Kaimganj, Kamalganj, Mohammadabad, Rajepur, Sankisa, Shamshabad, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin, Muskmelon. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Early Cauliflower.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. March marks the transition from Rabi harvest to the Zaid sowing season, with rising temperatures requiring frequent irrigation for newly sown crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Farrukhabad 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: Wheat, Mustard, Potato, and Sugarcane are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Okra, Brinjal, Chilli, and Tomato 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 Farrukhabad show a mix of standing vegetables, nurseries, new leafy sowings, and pulse/cash crops.

What to start now (March)

Sowing of Summer Vegetables:
Start sowing summer vegetables like cucumber, bitter gourd, bottle gourd, pumpkin, and lady's finger (Okra).
✅ Benefit – These vegetables thrive in warmer temperatures and can provide a good yield before the monsoon season.

Irrigation Management:
Ensure proper irrigation for wheat and other Rabi crops to prevent moisture stress during grain filling stage. Use efficient irrigation methods like drip or sprinkler irrigation to conserve water.
✅ Benefit – Adequate moisture ensures proper grain development and higher yield.

Pest and Disease Monitoring:
Monitor crops for pests and diseases, especially wheat for aphids and vegetables for fruit borers. Implement timely control measures.
✅ Benefit – Early detection and control of pests and diseases can prevent significant yield loss.

Land Preparation:
Prepare land for upcoming Kharif crops like paddy and maize. Plough the fields and incorporate organic matter.
✅ Benefit – Well-prepared land ensures good seed germination and crop establishment.

Sugarcane Planting:
Continue planting sugarcane. Ensure proper spacing and nutrient management.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting and proper care ensure better cane development and higher sugar recovery.

👉 In this way, by planning sowing, irrigation, pest management and land preparation in March, farmers in Farrukhabad can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Farrukhabad Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, cucumber, pumpkin, bitter gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal, chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Bottle gourd, cucumber, pumpkin, bitter gourd give good yield in summer.
  • Brinjal and chilli seedlings should be transplanted for early yield.
    
• Advantage: High demand for summer vegetables = better income.
  

🌾 Kamalganj Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), beans
• Transplant: Tomato, chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and beans thrive in warm weather conditions.
  • Transplant tomato and chilli seedlings for improved establishment.
    
• Advantage: Summer vegetables = good market prices.
  

🌾 Mohammadabad Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, muskmelon
• Transplant: Capsicum (Shimla mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • Watermelon and muskmelon cultivation benefits from the warm climate.
  • Capsicum benefits from transplanting in March for better yield.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops for market = more profit.
  

🌾 Rajepur Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai), cowpea (Lobia)
• Transplant: Early cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and cowpea are short duration crops with good demand.
  • Early cauliflower transplanting benefits from favourable weather conditions.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns + quality yield = financial stability.
  

🌾 Kaimganj Block

• Sow now: Sponge gourd (Turai), ridge gourd (Tori)
• Transplant: Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Sponge gourd and ridge gourd grow well in warm temperatures.
  • Cabbage transplanting ensures proper crop establishment.
    
• Advantage: Diversified vegetable production = improved income.
  

🌾 Shamshabad Block

• Sow now: Round gourd (Tinda), cluster bean (Guar)
• Transplant: Broccoli
• How & Why:
  
  • Round gourd and cluster bean are suitable for the summer season.
  • Transplant broccoli seedlings in March for optimum growth.
    
• Advantage: New crops with market demand = sustainable farming.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Farrukhabad, March)

• Okra: Fruit borer, whitefly, jassids
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Powdery mildew, downy mildew, fruit fly, aphids
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, leaf miner, cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, shoot borer, whitefly, jassids, early blight
  
  

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 (Farrukhabad, March)

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

Conclusion

March in Farrukhabad is all about smart transition and planning:

• Finish harvesting of late winter crops like cabbage, cauliflower, and peas.
  
• Start direct sowing of main summer vegetables like okra, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, and sponge gourd.
  
• Transplant seedlings of brinjal, chilli, and early tomato which were raised in nursery.
  
• Sow summer leafy greens like spinach and amaranth for quick market entry.
  
• Increase irrigation frequency due to rising temperatures and stay alert for early summer pests and diseases.
  
  

If you follow these steps—securing your last winter earnings, successfully establishing summer crops, and wisely managing increasing heat—you’ll ensure a continuous income and a productive start to the warmer season.