Vegetables to grow in december in Kanpur Nagar up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Kanpur Nagar, up (UP)? In December, in blocks like Bhitar Gaon, Bilhaur, Bithoor, Chaubepur, Ghatampur, Kalyanpur, Narval, Patara, Sarsaul, Shivrajpur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Cauliflower, Cabbage, Radish, Carrot, Potato, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Onion, Capsicum.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Mustard greens are also being sown. This is the peak Rabi season with cool, dry weather, so maintaining soil moisture through timely irrigation is critical for crop growth. So your planning now will decide your profits in February–March.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Kanpur Nagar district for the month of December. 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 December according to your area.

What fields typically look like early december

• Standing/harvest crops: Bajra, paddy, sugarcane, cotton, and some vegetables like cauliflower are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chilli, brinjal, and onion 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: Mustard, gram (chana), and potato continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (December)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Pea, Gram, Mustard, Barley, Wheat.
✅ Benefit – These are the major Rabi crops of Kanpur Nagar region.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Onion. Start preparing onion nurseries.
✅ Benefit – Timely nursery preparation ensures healthy seedlings for transplanting in January.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Continue transplanting cauliflower and cabbage seedlings. Ensure proper spacing and irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Proper transplanting leads to good head formation and yield.

Vegetable crops:
Continue sowing winter vegetables like spinach, fenugreek (methi), coriander (dhania), and radish.
✅ Benefit – Provides a continuous supply of vegetables for local markets.

Potato Planting:
Continue planting potato ensuring proper spacing and soil moisture.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting ensures proper tuber development.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and vegetable crops in December, farmers of Kanpur Nagar can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bhitar Gaon Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Fenugreek (Methi).
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
• Radish, Carrot & Turnip are short duration crops & fetch good prices in December.
• Transplanting Tomato, Chilli & Brinjal ensures proper establishment before the cold intensifies.
  

Advantage: Diversified income with short and medium duration crops.

🌾 Bilhaur Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Potato.
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Mustard are suitable for December sowing in Bilhaur’s climate.
  • Potato planting in December ensures good yield.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower benefit from early transplanting to mature before severe cold.
    
• Advantage: Optimized planting for winter vegetable production.
  

🌾 Bithoor Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi), Coriander.
• Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum.
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing Spinach, Methi & Coriander provide early income.
  • Tomato and Capsicum transplanting benefits from slightly warmer December conditions in Bithoor.
    
• Advantage: Fast return and strategic transplanting.
  

🌾 Chaubepur Block

• Sow now: Lentil (Masoor), Chickpea (Chana).
• Transplant: Early Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil & Chickpea are good winter pulses that can be sown in December.
  • Early Cauliflower transplanting allows harvest before the peak winter season.
    
• Advantage: Pulses for soil health & Cauliflower for early market.
  

🌾 Ghatampur Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Radish.
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard as a cash crop & Radish for quick yield are ideal for December.
  • Tomato & Chilli transplanting should be completed to avoid frost damage.
    
• Advantage: Balanced approach with quick and long-term crops.
  

🌾 Kalyanpur Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Spinach.
• Transplant: Cabbage.
• How & Why:
  
  • Methi & Spinach offer fast returns in December.
  • Cabbage benefits from transplanting for proper head formation.
    
• Advantage: Quick cash and efficient land use.
  

🌾 Narval Block

• Sow now: Potato, Pea.
• Transplant: Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato and Pea are primary winter crops for Narval.
  • Cauliflower transplanting is essential for proper growth.
    
• Advantage: Focus on staple winter vegetables.
  

🌾 Patara Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Barley.
• Transplant: Tomato.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and Barley are well-suited for December sowing in Patara.
  • Tomato transplanting should be completed early in December.
    
• Advantage: Hardy crops for winter conditions.
  

🌾 Sarsaul Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot.
• Transplant: Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish & Carrot provide quick income during December.
  • Brinjal requires transplanting to establish before severe cold.
    
• Advantage: Short-term gains and longer-term crop establishment.
  

🌾 Shivrajpur Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Coriander.
• Transplant: Chilli.
• How & Why:
  
  • Methi & Coriander provide quick greens for the market.
  • Chilli benefits from transplanting early in December.
    
• Advantage: Fast cash and strategic transplanting.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, Aphids
  
• Peas: Pod borer, Aphids
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
• Leafy greens (Spinach, Mustard): Aphids, Leaf miner
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested leaves/pods.
  
• Use pheromone traps for borers and keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation

• Give light irrigation every 10–15 days (soil-moisture based).
  
• Avoid water stagnation; ensure good drainage, especially for young plants.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and warmth, and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for most winter vegetables where possible.
  

Conclusion

December in Kanpur Nagar is all about careful management and harvesting:

• Focus on harvesting mature winter crops like peas, potatoes, cabbage, cauliflower, radish, and spinach.
  
• Protect sensitive crops from severe cold and frost using covers or light irrigation.
  
• Manage irrigation carefully, providing water only when needed, preferably during warmer parts of the day.
  
• Maintain weed-free beds to prevent nutrient competition and promote healthy growth.
  
• Stay alert for cold-weather pests and diseases, applying control measures promptly.
  
  

By managing your crops carefully, protecting them from the cold, and harvesting on time, you'll ensure good yields and a profitable winter season.