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

Are you a farmer from Kanpur Nagar, up (UP)? In January, in blocks like Bidhnu, Bilhaur, Bhitargaon, Chaubepur, Ghatampur, Kakawan, Kalyanpur, Patara, Sarsaul, Shivrajpur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Peas, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Radish. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek are also being sown. This is the peak of the Rabi season, and with the cold weather, timely irrigation is crucial to maintain soil moisture for good crop growth. So your planning now will decide your profits in March–April.

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

What fields typically look like early january

• Standing/harvest crops: Mustard, potato, sugarcane, and wheat are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, tomato, chilli, and onion 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: Chickpea and mustard continue in suitable upland/irrigated areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (January) - Kanpur Nagar

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach, Fenugreek, Coriander
✅ Benefit – These are quick-growing and bring fast income.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for summer vegetables like tomato, chili, brinjal.
✅ Benefit – Early start ensures timely availability of seedlings for summer season.

Planting:
Garlic, onion.
✅ Benefit – Planting in January ensures good yield.

Vegetable Planting:
Cauliflower, Cabbage, Broccoli.
✅ Benefit – These crops give good yield in Feb-March.

Fruit Tree Planting:
Papaya, Guava, Lemon.
✅ Benefit – This is the right time for planting these fruit trees for better establishment.

👉 By planning direct sowing, nurseries, planting of vegetables and fruit trees in January, farmers of Kanpur Nagar can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bidhnu Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Fenugreek, Spinach
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
• Radish and Spinach are fast-growing and provide early income.
• Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal transplanting should be done to get good yield in summer season.
  

Advantage: Early vegetables provide extra income to farmers.

🌾 Bilhaur Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Coriander
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea, Mustard, Coriander can tolerate cold weather.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower can be transplanted now to get good yields.
    
• Advantage: These crops are suitable for the winter season.
  

🌾 Bhitargaon Block

• Sow now: Potato, Garlic, Onion
• Transplant: Tomato (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato, Garlic, Onion are major Rabi crops for this block.
  • Early varieties of tomato can be transplanted for a good yield.
    
• Advantage: Ensures good production of important Rabi crops.
  

🌾 Chaubepur Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Chickpea, Mustard
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil, Chickpea, Mustard are important pulse and oilseed crops.
  • Transplant Cauliflower and Cabbage for good head formation.
    
• Advantage: Pulse and Oilseed production ensures balanced cropping.
  

🌾 Ghatampur Block

• Sow now: Wheat, Barley, Mustard
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Wheat and Barley are staple food crops.
  • Transplanting tomato and chilli will prepare them for fruiting in the warmer months.
    
• Advantage: Meeting the food requirements and preparing for summer crops.
  

🌾 Kakawan Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Spinach, Fenugreek
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish, Carrot, Spinach and Fenugreek are fast growing and suitable for January sowing.
  • Transplant tomato, chilli and brinjal for summer production.
    
• Advantage: Quick income from vegetables and preparing for summer crops.
  

🌾 Kalyanpur Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard, Potato and Pea thrive in the cold weather.
  • Cabbage and cauliflower should be transplanted for proper head development.
    
• Advantage: Optimal use of winter conditions for vegetable production.
  

🌾 Patara Block

• Sow now: Gram (Chickpea), Lentil, Mustard
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal Seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Gram and lentil are important pulse crops for the region; mustard is a key oilseed.
  • Tomato, chilli, and brinjal seedlings can be transplanted for an early summer crop.
    
• Advantage: Diversification of crops and maximizing the yield of important vegetables.
  

🌾 Sarsaul Block

• Sow now: Potato, Onion, Garlic
• Transplant: Early Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato, Onion, and Garlic are major crops for January sowing.
  • Early cauliflower and cabbage varieties can be transplanted now.
    
• Advantage: Growing key crops for the season and ensuring a good yield.
  

🌾 Shivrajpur Block

• Sow now: Wheat, Mustard, Pea
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Wheat provides stable food source, mustard and pea gives additional income
  • Tomato, Chilli gives better price in off season
    
• Advantage: Stable food, income and off-season profit.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Kanpur Nagar - January)

• Cauliflower/Cabbage: Diamondback moth, Aphids
  
• Peas/Leafy Greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Leaf miners
  
  

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 (Kanpur Nagar - January)

• Irrigate less frequently due to cooler weather; check soil moisture before watering.
  
• Prefer light morning irrigation to avoid frost damage at night.
  
• Ensure good drainage; avoid waterlogging, especially in cold.
  
• Mulch with straw/dry leaves to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.
  

Conclusion

January in Kanpur Nagar is all about smart planning:

• Continue harvesting mature winter vegetables like radish, spinach, and mustard.
  
• Sow fast-growing leafy greens (spinach, coriander) for continuous income.
  
• Provide crucial care (irrigation, weeding, earthing up) to main winter crops like potato, cauliflower, and cabbage.
  
• Start nurseries for early spring vegetables like chilli, capsicum, and tomato.
  
• Protect sensitive crops from frost with timely irrigation and covers, and monitor for pests/diseases.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—maintaining continuous supply of greens, nurturing your main winter crops for high yield, and preparing well for the upcoming spring season—you’ll ensure a steady income and a strong start to the next cycle.