Vegetables to grow in february in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida) up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida), up (UP)? In February, in blocks like Bisrakh, Dadri, Jewar, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Carrot, Peas, Tomato. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Amaranth, Coriander are also being sown. February marks the late Rabi season as crops mature, requiring careful irrigation management due to decreasing soil moisture ahead of the Zaid sowing period. So your planning now will decide your profits in April–May.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida) district for the month of February. 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 February according to your area.

What fields typically look like early february

  • Standing/harvest crops: Wheat, mustard, potato, 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, fenugreek (methi), and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  • Pulses/cash crops: Lentil and gram continue in suitable areas.

👉 Overall, in early february, fields in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida) show a mix of standing vegetables, nurseries, new leafy sowings, and pulse/cash crops.

What to start now (February)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra, Amaranth, Cowpea, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd, Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin, Tinda, Turai, Watermelon, Muskmelon, Summer Squash, Chilies, Brinjal, Tomato, Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Beetroot, Onion, Garlic, Ginger, Turmeric.
✅ Benefit – Maximize yields by starting early; choose varieties suited to the Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida) climate.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early rice varieties, cucurbits (cucumber, gourds), and vegetables like chili, brinjal, and tomato for the next season.
✅ Benefit – Gives you a head start on the next season's crops.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early seedlings of vegetables like tomato, chili, and brinjal.
✅ Benefit – Early crops can fetch better market prices.

Other crops:
Sugarcane planting can continue in February. Focus on timely irrigation and pest control in existing crops like wheat, mustard, and potato.
✅ Benefit – Proper management can improve yield and reduce losses.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and management of existing crops in February, farmers in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida) can increase their income.

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

Crop

How to Plant (Method & Spacing)

Advantage for Farmers

Mustard

Direct sowing; rows 30-45 cm apart; thin to 10-15 cm between plants

Good oilseed option; requires less water; suitable for Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)

Wheat

Line sowing with 22.5 cm row spacing; use recommended seed rate

Staple crop; assured market price; good yield potential in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)

Gram (Chickpea)

Sow in rows 30-45 cm apart; maintain plant spacing of 10 cm

Pulses crop improves soil fertility; good market demand in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)

Lentil (Masoor)

Direct sowing; rows 25-30 cm apart

Short duration crop; requires less input; suitable for Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)

Pea

Direct sowing; 30 cm row spacing; use appropriate seed treatment

Good source of protein; can be sold in local markets of Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)

Potato

Plant tubers at 60 x 20 cm spacing; ensure proper earthing up

High demand in local markets; good returns for farmers in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)

Garlic

Plant cloves 15 cm apart in rows 20 cm apart

Good market price; medicinal value; suitable for Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)

Onion (Nursery → Transplant)

Raise nursery; transplant at 15 x 10 cm

Essential vegetable; good market demand in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)

Tomato (Nursery → Transplant)

Raise nursery; transplant at 60 x 45 cm

Popular vegetable crop; good returns with proper management in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)

Spinach (Palak)

Direct sowing; rows 20 cm apart; regular irrigation

Short duration; continuous harvest; good local demand in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block

Sow Now

Transplant

Pest Watch

Irrigation Tip

Dankaur

Spinach, fenugreek, mustard, radish

Tomato, chili, brinjal

Aphids on mustard, early blight on tomato

Irrigate every 10-12 days depending on soil moisture

Bisrakh

Coriander, fenugreek, carrot

Cauliflower, cabbage

Diamondback moth on cabbage

Ensure proper drainage to avoid root rot

Dadri

Pea, spinach, radish

Tomato, capsicum

Powdery mildew on pea, fruit borer on tomato

Light irrigation; avoid waterlogging

Jahangirpur

Mustard, fenugreek

Brinjal, cauliflower

Mustard aphid, Damping off

Drip irrigation for water conservation

Jewar

Spinach, radish, carrot

Tomato, cabbage

Whitefly on vegetables

Mulch to conserve moisture

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bisrakh Block

  • Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach.
  • Transplant: Chilli, Tomato, Brinjal.
  • How & Why:
    • Radish, Carrot & Turnip are short duration crops and can be harvested in 40-50 days.
    • Transplanting Chilli, Tomato, Brinjal in February ensures good yield and quality during the summer season.
  • Advantage: Good returns with proper irrigation and timely intercultural operations.

🌾 Dadri Block

  • Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Coriander (Dhaniya), Amaranthus (Chaulai).
  • Transplant: Early Cauliflower, Cabbage.
  • How & Why:
    • Fenugreek & Coriander provides a good source of income in a short period.
    • Early Cauliflower and Cabbage varieties can be transplanted for early market arrival and better price.
  • Advantage: Improves soil health with green leafy vegetables and provides quick income.

🌾 Jewar Block

  • Sow now: Mustard Greens (Sarson ka Saag), Broad Beans (Sem).
  • Transplant: Onion seedlings.
  • How & Why:
    • Mustard Greens grow quickly and provides nutrition and income.
    • Transplanting Onion seedlings in February helps in bulbing during favorable weather conditions.
  • Advantage: Quick yield of Mustard greens and good yield for Onion with timely transplanting.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

  • Okra: Whitefly, Jassids
  • Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Powdery mildew, Aphids
  • Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  • Tomato/Brinjal: Shoot borer (Brinjal), Whitefly (for young plants)

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 7–10 days (soil-moisture based).
  • 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

February in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida) is all about smart planning:

  • Finish harvesting late winter crops like cabbage, cauliflower, and peas.
  • Start sowing early summer gourds: bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, and cucumber.
  • Plant early okra (Bhindi) for an early market advantage.
  • Transplant seedlings of chili, capsicum, tomato, and brinjal for continued yield.
  • Prepare fields for upcoming summer crop sowings and ensure good irrigation.
  • Monitor carefully for initial pest attacks as temperatures rise.

If you follow these steps block-wise—timely harvest of winter crops, early sowing of summer vegetables, and good field preparation—you’ll ensure a smooth transition, healthy harvest, and profitable season.

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