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

Are you a farmer from Hapur, up (UP)? In April, in blocks like Dhaulana, Garhmukteshwar, Hapur, Simbhawali, 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, early Cauliflower.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, summer Spinach are also being sown. This is the peak Zaid season with hot, dry weather, so maintaining soil moisture through timely irrigation is crucial for crop growth. So your planning now will decide your profits in June–July.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Hapur 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 potato harvesting are ongoing.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chilli, 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: Lentil (masoor) and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (April)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin, Sponge Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Beans (Lobhia), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Spinach, Radish, Carrot.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for Chilli, Brinjal, Tomato, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant Chilli, Brinjal and Tomato seedlings from nurseries.

Summer pulses:
Sow summer pulses like Moong and Urad for additional income and soil health.

Sugarcane planting:
Continue sugarcane planting with improved varieties for higher yield.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and summer pulses, farmers can increase their income in Hapur.

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Dhaulana Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cucumber
• Prepare Seedling: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables thrive in the Hapur's April climate.
  • Early sowing ensures better yield and market price.
    
• Advantage: High demand for summer vegetables ensures good returns.
  

🌾 Garhmukteshwar Block

• Sow now: Green Gram (Moong), Black Gram (Urad)
• Continue Irrigation: Wheat, Sugarcane
• How & Why:
  
  • Pulses improve soil health and provide additional income.
  • Regular irrigation is crucial for wheat and sugarcane during this period.
    
• Advantage: Pulses are drought-resistant and require less water.
  

🌾 Hapur Block

• Sow now: Cluster Bean (Guar), Cowpea (Lobiya)
• Manage pests: Monitor for early shoot borer in Okra, apply recommended pesticides.
• How & Why:
  
  • These legumes are suitable for intercropping and improve soil fertility.
  • Timely pest management prevents significant yield loss.
    
• Advantage: Legumes provide fodder and improve soil health.
  

🌾 Simbhawali Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai), Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd
• Weed control: Focus on weed control in summer vegetables.
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are short-duration crops with high market demand.
  • Effective weed control is essential for optimal growth.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and helps in diversifying income sources.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Hapur, April)

• Okra: Fruit borer, jassids, whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, powdery mildew, mites
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, mites
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, shoot borer, whitefly, jassids
  
  

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 (Hapur, April)

• Give regular, light irrigation every 3-5 days (depending on crop, soil, and temperature). The heat will dry out soil quickly.
  
• Avoid water stagnation; ensure good drainage, especially in nurseries.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for water-efficient use, especially for gourds, tomato, and brinjal where possible.
  

Conclusion

April in Hapur is all about smart planning:

• Prepare fields well and make beds for summer crops.
  
• Start direct sowing of summer vegetables like Bhindi, Lauki, Tori, Karela, Lobia, and Gawar.
  
• Transplant nursery-raised seedlings of Brinjal, Tomato, and Chilli at proper spacing.
  
• Ensure regular and efficient irrigation, especially during hot winds.
  
• Keep a close watch on pests and diseases, and take timely action.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—choosing heat-tolerant varieties, managing water wisely, and staying alert for pests—you’ll ensure a strong and profitable harvest through the summer months.