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

Are you a farmer from Kannauj, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Chhibramau, Gursahaiganj, Haseran, Jalalabad, Kannauj, Talgram, Tirwa, Umarda, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Mustard, Tomato, Brinjal, Wheat. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Pumpkin.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. This marks the end of the Rabi season and the beginning of Zaid sowing; rising temperatures mean that summer crops will need regular irrigation. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Kannauj 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: Sugarcane, mustard, potato, and wheat are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, tomato, chili, 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: Lentil and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (March)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cucurbits (like Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cucumber), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia).
✅ Benefit – Warm weather promotes rapid germination and growth.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for summer vegetables like Brinjal, Tomato, Chili, and early Kharif crops like Rice and Maize.
✅ Benefit – Ensures seedlings are ready for transplanting after the last frost risk passes.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early sown tomato, chili and brinjal seedlings from nurseries to the main field. Ensure proper irrigation and protection from pests.
✅ Benefit – Allows for earlier harvests and potentially higher market prices.

Pulses and Oilseeds:
Sow summer Moong, Urad, Groundnut, and Sesame.
✅ Benefit – Short duration crops provide additional income before the Kharif season.

Sugarcane Planting:
Continue sugarcane planting in March.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting ensures good yield.

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

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Chhibramau Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, cucumber, bitter gourd.
• Prepare nursery: Okra, amaranthus.
• How & Why:
  
  • March is ideal for cucurbit sowing for summer harvest.
  • Okra and amaranthus nurseries ensure timely transplanting after the last frost.
    
• Advantage: Capitalize on summer vegetable demand.
  

🌾 Gursahaiganj Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, muskmelon.
• Transplant: Brinjal seedlings.
• How & Why:
  
  • Watermelon and muskmelon benefit from warm March soil.
  • Transplant brinjal for early summer production.
    
• Advantage: Early market access and higher returns.
  

🌾 Haseran Block

• Sow now: Pumpkin, ridge gourd.
• Prepare nursery: Chili.
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkin and ridge gourd thrive in warm conditions.
  • Chili nursery prepares for monsoon season transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Diversified crop portfolio for continuous income.
  

🌾 Jalalabad Block

• Sow now: Summer squash, round melon (tinda).
• Transplant: Tomato (summer varieties).
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer squash and tinda are quick-growing and profitable.
  • Transplant heat-tolerant tomato varieties for summer harvest.
    
• Advantage: Shorter duration crops maximize land use.
  

🌾 Kannauj Block

• Sow now: Cowpea (lobia), cluster bean (guar).
• Prepare nursery: Sponge gourd, bottle gourd.
• How & Why:
  
  • Cowpea and guar fix nitrogen and provide green pods.
  • Prepare sponge gourd and bottle gourd nurseries for transplanting after soil warms up sufficiently.
    
• Advantage: Soil health improvement and early vegetable production.
  

🌾 Talgram Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (chaulai), leafy vegetables.
• Transplant: Capsicum (bell pepper).
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus ensures a fast yield of nutritious greens.
  • Capsicum transplanted in March yields good quality fruits before peak summer.
    
• Advantage: Quick income and quality capsicum production.
  

🌾 Tirwa Block

• Sow now: Okra (bhindi), eggplant (baingan).
• Prepare nursery: Bitter gourd (karela).
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and eggplant can be directly sown for a summer harvest.
  • Prepare bitter gourd nursery for transplant when the weather gets warmer.
    
• Advantage: Popular vegetables provide a stable income.
  

🌾 Umarda Block

• Sow now: Radish (mooli), carrot (gajar).
• Prepare nursery: Summer cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and carrot are fast-growing and can be harvested before the monsoon.
  • Prepare summer cauliflower nurseries for transplanting in prepared fields.
    
• Advantage: Short duration root crops before major cropping season.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

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

• Give light irrigation every 5–7 days (soil-moisture based) as temperatures rise.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure proper 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 Kannauj is all about smart planning for summer:

• Finish harvesting late winter crops like cabbage, cauliflower, and carrots to clear beds.
  
• Start sowing seeds of summer gourds (Lauki, Karela, Turai, Kaddu) and Bhindi for early summer harvest.
  
• Plant quick-growing summer leafy greens like Chaulai (Amaranth) and summer Palak for early cash.
  
• Increase irrigation frequency as temperatures rise, focusing on moisture retention for new plantings.
  
• Keep a close watch on pests and diseases, especially on young summer vegetable plants.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—clearing fields, planting early summer vegetables for stability, and quick summer greens for cash flow—you’ll set yourself up for a strong, steady, and profitable summer season.