Vegetables to grow in june in Kannauj up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Kannauj, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Chhibramau, Gughrapur, Jalalabad, Kannauj, Talgram, Tirwa, Umarda, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Muskmelon. 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 start of the Kharif season when pre-monsoon showers begin, but irrigation is still very important for maintaining soil moisture until the main rains arrive. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

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

What fields typically look like early june

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, mango, banana, and early paddy 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, and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urad and groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (June)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Beans (Guar), Cowpea (Lobia), Leafy Vegetables (Amaranth, Spinach).
✅ Benefit – These crops thrive in warm weather and provide quick yields.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early Kharif vegetables like chili, brinjal, and tomato. Ensure proper drainage and pest control in the nursery.
✅ Benefit – Healthy seedlings ensure vigorous growth after transplanting.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant pre-seasoned rice seedlings if irrigation is available. This allows for an early harvest.
✅ Benefit – Early rice cultivation can avoid late-season monsoon risks.

Sowing of Maize (Makka):
Sow maize for fodder or grain production. Select high-yielding varieties suitable for Kannauj's climate.
✅ Benefit – Maize is a versatile crop with high demand for both animal feed and human consumption.

Groundnut (Moongphali) Sowing:
Start sowing groundnut if monsoon showers have begun. Ensure well-drained soil and proper seed treatment.
✅ Benefit – Groundnut is a valuable oilseed crop with good market potential.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and selecting appropriate crops in June for Kannauj, farmers can optimize their yields and income.

Let’s Start in June – Crop + Method + Advantage for Kannauj Farmers

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Chhibramau Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato, Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are suitable for the June climate in Kannauj.
  • Seedlings will be ready for transplanting after the monsoon arrives.
    
• Advantage: Good yield and market price expected.
  

🌾 Gughrapur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Cluster Bean
• Prepare seedlings: Early Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Cowpea and Cluster bean provide nitrogen fixation to the soil.
  • Early cauliflower seedlings will be ready for transplanting in July.
    
• Advantage: Soil health improvement and early market advantage.
  

🌾 Jalalabad Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Lady Finger, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus is a short duration crop and provides quick returns.
  • Transplanting brinjal and chili ensures timely fruiting.
    
• Advantage: Quick income and good market prices.
  

🌾 Kannauj Block

• Sow now: Pumpkin, Round gourd (Tinda), Spinach
• Prepare seedlings: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkin and Tinda are well adapted to the local climate.
  • Tomato seedlings will be ready for transplanting after the first monsoon showers.
    
• Advantage: High yield potential and good market demand.
  

🌾 Talgram Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Bitter Gourd
• Prepare seedlings: Chili, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • These gourds are popular in the local market.
  • Chili and capsicum seedlings will be ready for transplanting by July.
    
• Advantage: High returns due to local market demand.
  

🌾 Tirwa Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Bean, Cowpea
• Prepare seedlings: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Leguminous crops like Cluster bean and Cowpea improve soil fertility.
  • Early cabbage and cauliflower seedlings will be ready to transplant after the monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Improved soil health and early market access.
  

🌾 Umarda Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus, Spinach, Radish
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus, spinach, and radish are quick growing leafy vegetables for short-term income.
  • Transplanting brinjal ensures timely crop establishment.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and timely vegetable availability.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Downy mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Caterpillars
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Shoot & Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves/plants.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects. Keep fields clean of weeds, especially after rains.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation

• **Monitor rainfall:** Regular irrigation often not needed during monsoon.
  
• **Drainage is critical:** Ensure no waterlogging in fields or nurseries to prevent root rot.
  
• **Supplemental irrigation:** If dry spells last more than 4-5 days, give light irrigation based on soil moisture.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic) for weed control and moisture management during breaks in rain.
  

Conclusion

June in Kannauj is all about preparing for monsoon and early Kharif:

• Finish harvesting of any remaining summer vegetables and prepare fields.
  
• Start sowing direct-seeded monsoon vegetables like okra, bitter gourd, bottle gourd, sponge gourd, ridge gourd, and cluster beans.
  
• Raise nurseries for early brinjal, chilli, and capsicum, or transplant ready seedlings.
  
• Ensure proper field drainage and bunding to manage the expected monsoon rains.
  
• Keep a close watch on pests and diseases, as humidity rises rapidly.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—timely sowing of early monsoon crops for steady income, careful water management, and vigilant pest control—you’ll set yourself up for a stable and profitable rainy season.