Vegetables to grow in april in Fatehpur up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Fatehpur, up (UP)? In April, in blocks like Airaya, Amauli, Asothar, Bahua, Bhitaura, Bijaipur, Devmai, Dhata, Fatehpur, Haswa, Hathgaon, Khajuha, Malwan, Teliyani, 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, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the peak of the Zaid season, a hot and dry period before the monsoon, so maintaining soil moisture with frequent irrigation is crucial for crop survival and growth. So your planning now will decide your profits in June–July.

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

What fields typically look like early april

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, wheat, mustard, and chickpeas are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Okra, brinjal, tomato, and chili 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: Groundnut and sesame continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (April) in Fatehpur

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Spinach, fenugreek, coriander, radish, carrot, and turnip.
✅ Benefit – These are quick-growing and bring fast income from fresh greens.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for tomato, brinjal, chili, cabbage, and cauliflower. By month-end, seedlings will be ready for transplanting.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting ensures good yield and better market price.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant tomato and chili seedlings from nurseries, especially late-sown or hybrid varieties that can withstand cold and give longer harvest.

Climbing vegetables (if irrigation available):
Bottle gourd, ridge gourd, cucumber.
✅ Benefit – Ensures continuous green vegetable supply and steady income.

Early pea (for premium price):
In the last week of September, some farmers sow early peas.
✅ Benefit – Early harvest fetches almost double the price compared to late-sown peas.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and early crops in September, farmers can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Airaya Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and gourds provide early yield in summer.
  • Brinjal and chili nurseries will be ready for transplanting after monsoon.
• Advantage: Early summer vegetables provide good market prices.
  

🌾 Amauli Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Watermelon
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Watermelon can be sown on riverbeds for early harvest.
  • Tomato and brinjal nurseries will be ready for transplant in the coming months.
• Advantage: Watermelon can fetch high returns in early season.
  

🌾 Asothar Block

• Sow now: Okra, Pumpkin, Bitter Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkin and bitter gourd thrive in the summer heat.
  • Chili and capsicum nurseries need attention for healthy seedlings.
• Advantage: Pumpkins can be stored for a longer duration and sold later.
  

🌾 Bahua Block

• Sow now: Okra, Ridge Gourd, Round Gourd (Tinda)
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Ridge gourd and round gourd are popular summer vegetables.
  • Ensure proper watering and fertilization for tomato and brinjal nurseries.
• Advantage: Tinda fetches good price in local markets.
  

🌾 Bhitaura Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Focus on early sowing of summer vegetables for better yields.
  • Prepare nursery beds carefully to avoid soil borne diseases.
• Advantage: Cucumber gives fast returns and is less labor intensive.
  

🌾 Bijaipur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Watermelon, Muskmelon
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Watermelon and muskmelon require sandy loam soil.
  • Protect nurseries from scorching heat by providing shade.
• Advantage: Muskmelon and watermelon can be intercropped.
  

🌾 Devmai Block

• Sow now: Okra, Pumpkin, Bitter Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Bitter gourd can be grown on pandals for better fruit quality.
  • Ensure adequate moisture in nursery beds.
• Advantage: Pumpkin provides substantial yield and income.
  

🌾 Dhata Block

• Sow now: Okra, Ridge Gourd, Round Gourd (Tinda)
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Ridge gourd requires support structures for climbing.
  • Manage pests and diseases in nurseries using organic methods.
• Advantage: Tinda is a short duration crop suitable for summer.
  

🌾 Fatehpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Watermelon
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Watermelon can be sown on riverbeds for early harvest.
  • Tomato and brinjal nurseries will be ready for transplant in the coming months.
• Advantage: Watermelon can fetch high returns in early season.
  

🌾 Haswa Block

• Sow now: Okra, Pumpkin, Bitter Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkin and bitter gourd thrive in the summer heat.
  • Chili and capsicum nurseries need attention for healthy seedlings.
• Advantage: Pumpkins can be stored for a longer duration and sold later.
  

🌾 Hathgaon Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Focus on early sowing of summer vegetables for better yields.
  • Prepare nursery beds carefully to avoid soil borne diseases.
• Advantage: Cucumber gives fast returns and is less labor intensive.
  

🌾 Khajuha Block

• Sow now: Okra, Ridge Gourd, Round Gourd (Tinda)
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Ridge gourd requires support structures for climbing.
  • Manage pests and diseases in nurseries using organic methods.
• Advantage: Tinda is a short duration crop suitable for summer.
  

🌾 Malwan Block

• Sow now: Okra, Watermelon, Muskmelon
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Watermelon and muskmelon require sandy loam soil.
  • Protect nurseries from scorching heat by providing shade.
• Advantage: Muskmelon and watermelon can be intercropped.
  

🌾 Teliyani Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and gourds provide early yield in summer.
  • Brinjal and chili nurseries will be ready for transplanting after monsoon.
• Advantage: Early summer vegetables provide good market prices.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Fatehpur, April)

• Okra (Bhindi): Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (Lauki, Karela): Fruit fly, Red pumpkin beetle
  
• Tomato/Brinjal (Tamatar/Baigan): Fruit borer, Shoot borer, Jassids
  
• Chilli (Mirch): Thrips, Mites, 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 (Fatehpur, April)

• Give light irrigation every 3-5 days (soil-moisture based), more frequent during peak heat.
  
• Water early morning or late evening to reduce evaporation.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save precious moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for all vegetables where possible, especially gourds, tomato, and chilli.
  

Conclusion

April in Fatehpur is all about smart planning:

• Focus on sowing summer vegetables like Bhindi (Okra), Lauki (Bottle Gourd), Turai (Sponge Gourd), Karela (Bitter Gourd).
  
• Provide regular and ample irrigation to all crops due to rising temperatures.
  
• Keep a sharp eye on common summer pests and diseases; treat promptly.
  
• Prepare fields for early Kharif crops like fodder maize or Bajra towards month-end.
  
• Maintain field hygiene and proper nutrient supply for healthy growth.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—timely sowing of summer vegetables for continuous harvest, effective irrigation for crop survival, and early Kharif planning for future gains—you’ll manage the challenging summer heat and ensure steady income.