Vegetables to grow in february in Kushinagar up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Kushinagar, up (UP)? In February, in blocks like Bishunpura, Dudahi, Fazilnagar, Hata, Kasya, Khadda, Motichak, Nebua Naurangia, Padrauna, Ramkola, Seorahi, Sukrauli, Tamkuhi Raj, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Wheat, Mustard, Potato, Peas, Gram, Lentil. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Bottle Gourd, Pumpkin.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Amaranth are also being sown. This is the end of the Rabi season with crops maturing, so it is critical to maintain soil moisture with light irrigation while preparing fields for the upcoming Zaid sowing. So your planning now will decide your profits in April–May.

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

What fields typically look like early february

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, mustard, potato, and wheat are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chili, and cauliflower 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: Lentil and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (February) - Kushinagar

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia), Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Ridge Gourd, and Pumpkin.
✅ Benefit – These vegetables grow quickly and provide a source of income within a short period.

Nursery preparation (for summer vegetables - Kushinagar-up):
Prepare nurseries for tomato, brinjal, chili, and cauliflower. Seedlings will be ready for transplanting in March.
✅ Benefit – Starting early allows for early harvest and better market prices.

Transplanting (nursery → main field) - Kushinagar-up:
Transplant early tomato, chili, and brinjal seedlings if the weather is favorable and there is no forecast of frost.
✅ Benefit – Early transplanting allows the plants to establish well before the intense summer heat.

Sugarcane (Kushinagar Special):
Continue planting sugarcane, ensuring proper irrigation and nutrient management.
✅ Benefit – Sugarcane is a major crop in Kushinagar; timely planting ensures optimal yield.

Irrigation and Weed Management:
Ensure proper irrigation for existing Rabi crops like wheat, mustard, and potato. Also, focus on weed management to reduce competition for nutrients.
✅ Benefit – Proper care of Rabi crops will lead to a good harvest.

👉 By planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, sugarcane planting, and taking care of existing Rabi crops in February in Kushinagar, farmers can optimize their income and ensure a productive agricultural season.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bishunpura Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach.
• Transplant: Chilli, Tomato (early varieties).
• How & Why:
  • Radish and Spinach are short duration crops for quick income.
  • Early chilli and tomato transplanting avoids late blight issues.
• Advantage: Early income, reduced disease pressure.

🌾 Dudahi Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Pea.
• Prepare land for: Summer vegetables (Pumpkin, Bottle gourd).
• How & Why:
  • Mustard and pea are good options for utilizing residual moisture.
  • Early land preparation saves time and water later.
• Advantage: Timely sowing, efficient resource use.

🌾 Fazilnagar Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion sets.
• Transplant: Brinjal (early varieties).
• How & Why:
  • Garlic and onion sets establish well in February.
  • Early brinjal transplanting yields better prices.
• Advantage: High-value crops, good market rates.

🌾 Hata Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Chickpea.
• Prepare nursery for: Okra, Cucumbers.
• How & Why:
  • Lentil and chickpea benefit from cooler temperatures.
  • Nursery preparation ensures timely sowing of summer crops.
• Advantage: Legume benefits, early summer crop readiness.

🌾 Kasya Block

• Sow now: Potato (late varieties).
• Intercrop: Mustard in Potato.
• How & Why:
  • Late potato sowing still possible in February.
  • Mustard acts as a trap crop for pests in potato.
• Advantage: Maximized land use, pest control.

🌾 Khadda Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (Methi), Coriander (Dhaniya).
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower (late varieties).
• How & Why:
  • Methi and Dhaniya are fast growing and fetch good price.
  • Late Cabbage and Cauliflower avoid glut in market.
• Advantage: Quick returns, better market price.

🌾 Motichak Block

• Sow now: Sugarcane (spring planting).
• Prepare for: Irrigation of wheat crop.
• How & Why:
  • Spring sugarcane planting gives good yield.
  • Timely irrigation ensures good wheat production.
• Advantage: High sugarcane yield, stable wheat production.

🌾 Nebua Naurangia Block

• Sow now: Pea, Gram.
• Transplant: Tomato.
• How & Why:
  • Pea and Gram fix nitrogen and improve soil health.
  • Transplanting of tomato give high yields.
• Advantage: Soil improvement, increased tomato yields.

🌾 Padrauna Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Radish.
• Prepare Nursery: Chilli.
• How & Why:
  • Mustard is good source of income.
  • Chilli nursery ready for March transplant.
• Advantage: Good income, Chilli transplant on time.

🌾 Ramkola Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Methi, Radish.
• Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  • Spinach & methi give 25–30 day quick cash between major crops.
  • Early tomato transplant fetches better Oct–Nov prices.
• Advantage: Quick greens + early vegetables = extra income.

🌾 Seorahi Block

• Sow now: Barley.
• Prepare land for: Okra.
• How & Why:
  • Barley utilizes residual moisture well.
  • Okra requires well prepared land for proper germination.
• Advantage: Efficient use of resources, good okra yield.

🌾 Sukrauli Block

• Sow now: Potato.
• Intercrop: Mustard (as border crop in Potato).
• How & Why:
  • Potato gives good yield.
  • Mustard act as border crop.
• Advantage: Income generation, protection from wind and pest.

🌾 Tamkuhi Raj Block

• Sow now: Onion.
• Transplant: Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  • Onion fetches good price in market.
  • Brinjal gives good production and income.
• Advantage: High profit margin.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra (early plantings): Shoot & Fruit borer, Jassids
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Red Pumpkin Beetle, Powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit 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

• Provide light, regular irrigation, especially for flowering/fruiting winter crops and newly planted summer vegetables.
  
• Check soil moisture before watering; avoid waterlogging.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and control weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for efficiency, especially for row crops like gourds, tomato, and brinjal.
  

Conclusion

February in Kushinagar is about transition and preparing for summer:

• Finish harvesting late winter crops like cabbage, cauliflower, and peas.
  
• Prepare fields for early summer vegetables like bottle gourd, sponge gourd, and bitter gourd.
  
• Start nursery for long-duration summer crops: brinjal, chili, and early tomato.
  
• Direct sow early okra (bhindi) for a quick summer harvest.
  
• Keep irrigation regular as temperatures rise and watch for early pest attacks.
  
  

By balancing the last of your winter harvest with strategic early summer plantings and nursery preparations, you ensure a continuous supply of vegetables and capture good market prices as the season shifts.