Vegetables to grow in december in Lakhimpur Kheri up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Lakhimpur Kheri, up (UP)? In December, in blocks like Behjam, Bijua, Dhaurahra, Gola Gokarannath, Isanagar, Kheri, Kumbhi, Lakhimpur, Mitauli, Mohammadi, Nakaha, Nighasan, Palia, Phoolbehar, Rewapur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Radish, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Late Cauliflower.

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

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Lakhimpur Kheri 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: Paddy, sugarcane, pigeon pea (arhar), and maize 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 (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhania) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Mustard and potato continue in suitable upland/irrigated areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (December)

Wheat: Sowing of wheat should be completed in the first fortnight of December. Use improved and certified seeds.
✅ Benefit – Timely sowing ensures better yield.

Mustard: Continue sowing mustard.
✅ Benefit – Provides oilseed and contributes to income diversification.

Potato: Planting of potato can be done in the first week.
✅ Benefit – Potato is a high-value crop with good market demand.

Pulses (Gram/Lentil): Sowing of gram and lentil should be completed.
✅ Benefit – Pulses improve soil fertility and provide nutritional security.

Vegetables: Continue sowing of radish, carrot, turnip, spinach, fenugreek and coriander.
✅ Benefit – These vegetables provide quick returns and meet local demand.

👉 In this way, by planning for wheat, mustard, potato, pulses and vegetables, farmers in Lakhimpur Kheri can ensure good yields and income.

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Behjam Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach, Fenugreek (Methi), Coriander (Dhania).
• Transplant: Chili, Tomato, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish, Carrot, and Turnip provide a fast turnaround for income.
  • Spinach, Fenugreek, and Coriander are short duration crops fitting well between main seasons.
  • Chili, Tomato, and Brinjal transplanting benefits from the relatively cooler December weather establishing strong roots.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income, optimal use of land, and better crop establishment.
  

🌾 Bijua Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Potato.
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Mustard are Rabi season staples offering good returns.
  • Potato sowing in December ensures timely harvest.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower transplanting ensures proper head formation in the winter months.
    
• Advantage: Reliable yield of Rabi crops, timely planting.
  

🌾 Dhaurahra Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion.
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili.
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and Onion benefit from cooler temperatures during initial growth.
  • Tomato and Chili transplanting maximizes yield potential with ideal weather conditions.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops, optimized weather conditions for growth.
  

🌾 Gola Gokarannath Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Spinach.
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Tomato.
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and Carrot offer quick returns in the winter months.
  • Spinach provides a fast source of income.
  • Cauliflower and Tomato transplanting ensures a good harvest.
    
• Advantage: Quick income, timely vegetable production.
  

🌾 Isanagar Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Pea, Potato.
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and Pea are key Rabi crops for income.
  • Potato sowing should be completed in December.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower transplanting ensures proper head formation.
    
• Advantage: Maximized Rabi crop yields, timely planting.
  

🌾 Kheri Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek, Coriander, Radish.
• Transplant: Tomato, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Fenugreek and Coriander are short-duration crops fitting well between seasons.
  • Radish gives a fast return.
  • Tomato and Brinjal transplanting benefits from the weather.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income, optimal land use, strong crop establishment.
  

🌾 Kumbhi Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion, Pea.
• Transplant: Chili, Tomato.
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and Onion thrive in the cooler December temperatures.
  • Pea is a major Rabi crop.
  • Chili and Tomato transplanting maximizes yield potential.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops, optimal growing conditions.
  

🌾 Lakhimpur Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Radish.
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard is a key Rabi crop.
  • Potato sowing needs to be completed.
  • Radish provides a fast return.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower transplanting ensures proper head formation.
    
• Advantage: Reliable yield of Rabi crops, timely planting.
  

🌾 Mitauli Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek, Carrot.
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chili.
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and Fenugreek are short duration crops for quick income.
  • Carrot benefits from the cool temperatures.
  • Brinjal and Chili transplanting maximizes yield.
    
• Advantage: Quick income, efficient land use, optimal crop growth.
  

🌾 Mohammadi Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion, Mustard.
• Transplant: Tomato.
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and Onion benefit from the cold weather.
  • Mustard is a vital Rabi crop.
  • Tomato transplanting ensures a good harvest.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops, reliable Rabi yield.
  

🌾 Nakaha Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip.
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish, Carrot, and Turnip are fast-growing crops.
  • Cabbage and Cauliflower transplanting ensures proper head formation.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns, timely vegetable production.
  

🌾 Nighasan Block

• Sow now: Pea, Potato, Mustard.
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili.
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and Mustard are Rabi staples.
  • Potato sowing should be completed in December.
  • Tomato and Chili transplanting ensures a good harvest.
    
• Advantage: Reliable Rabi yields, timely planting.
  

🌾 Palia Block

• Sow now: Radish, Spinach, Fenugreek.
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage.
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish offers a fast return.
  • Spinach and Fenugreek are short duration crops.
  • Cauliflower and Cabbage transplanting ensures head formation.
    
• Advantage: Quick income, efficient land use, timely production.
  

🌾 Phoolbehar Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion, Carrot.
• Transplant: Chili.
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and Onion benefit from the cool weather.
  • Carrot thrives in December temperatures.
  • Chili transplanting maximizes yield.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops, optimal growing conditions.
  

🌾 Rewapur Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Pea, Radish.
• Transplant: Cabbage.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and Pea are Rabi staples for income.
  • Radish gives a fast return.
  • Cabbage transplanting ensures proper head formation.
    
• Advantage: Reliable Rabi yields, timely planting, quick income.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth, Aphids
  
• Peas: Pod borer, Powdery mildew
  
• Potato: Late Blight, Aphids
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Leaf miner
  
  

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 10–15 days, based on soil moisture and crop need.
  
• Water in the morning to allow fields to dry before evening frost.
  
• Avoid water stagnation; ensure good drainage, especially in cold weather.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve moisture and protect roots from cold.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation where possible.
  

Conclusion

December in Lakhimpur Kheri is all about smart protection and harvesting:

• Continue harvesting early winter vegetables like radish, spinach, and fenugreek for steady income.
  
• Provide proper nutrition (top dressing) and weeding for established crops like cabbage, cauliflower, and broccoli.
  
• Protect sensitive crops like tomato, potato, and peas from frost using mulching or light irrigation during cold nights.
  
• Keep a vigilant eye on pests and diseases, especially powdery mildew and aphids, applying timely controls.
  
• Ensure light and timely irrigation, preferably in the morning, to maintain soil moisture without waterlogging.
  
  

If you manage your fields with care—protecting against frost, ensuring proper nutrition for growing vegetables, and harvesting efficiently—you’ll ensure healthy yields and profitable returns through the peak winter season.