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

Are you a farmer from Lucknow, up (UP)? In January, in blocks like Bakshi Ka Talab, Chinhat, Gosainganj, Kakori, Malihabad, Mohanlalganj, Sarojini Nagar, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Peas, Radish. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek are also being sown. This is the peak of the Rabi season, a dry and cold period where controlled irrigation is crucial for the standing crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in March–April.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Lucknow 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, tomato, and winter vegetables like cabbage are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, chilli, cauliflower, and early tomato seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhaniya) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea (arhar) and sugarcane continue in suitable upland/irrigated areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (January)

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

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for onion and summer vegetables (if planning for early summer crops).
✅ Benefit – Timely nursery preparation ensures seedlings are ready for transplanting when the weather warms up.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early cauliflower and cabbage seedlings (if prepared earlier) and continue planting garlic and onion sets.
✅ Benefit – Early planting allows for harvesting before the peak season, potentially fetching better prices.

Planting of Fruit Trees (if irrigation available):
Planting of saplings like Guava, Mango, Lemon can be initiated.
✅ Benefit – Ensures fruit production in coming years.

Potato planting:
Continue planting potato with proper spacing and fertilizer management.
✅ Benefit – Potatoes are a staple crop and provide a good source of income.

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

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bakshi Ka Talab Block

• Sow now: Spinach, fenugreek (methi), radish, carrot, mustard greens
• Transplant: Tomato, chili, brinjal
• How & Why:
  • Cool weather favors leafy greens and root vegetables.
  • Early tomato/chili transplant for better spring prices.
• Advantage: Diversified income, utilize winter dormancy effectively.

🌾 Chinhat Block

• Sow now: Pea, potato, garlic, onion (sets)
• Transplant: Cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli
• How & Why:
  • Pea and potato are relatively short duration, good for crop rotation.
  • Cole crops thrive in cooler temperatures.
• Advantage: High-value vegetables, good market access near Lucknow city.

🌾 Gosainganj Block

• Sow now: Lentil, chickpea, mustard (oilseed)
• Transplant: Okra (early sowing under polyhouse/plastic mulch)
• How & Why:
  • Pulses and oilseeds improve soil fertility and offer stable income.
  • Early okra can fetch premium prices.
• Advantage: Soil health improvement, diversification into pulses/oilseeds.

🌾 Kakori Block

• Sow now: Turnip, beetroot, carrot, radish
• Transplant: Chili, brinjal (protected cultivation)
• How & Why:
  • Root crops perform well in sandy loam soils.
  • Protect chili/brinjal from frost damage.
• Advantage: Good soil conditions for root crops, potential for high yields.

🌾 Malihabad Block

• Sow now: Fenugreek (methi), coriander, spinach, mustard greens
• Transplant: Tomato, cabbage
• How & Why:
  • Leafy greens are quick-growing and in demand.
  • Cabbage can be staggered for continuous harvest.
• Advantage: Quick returns, caters to local market demand.

🌾 Mohanlalganj Block

• Sow now: Garlic, onion (sets), potato
• Transplant: Cauliflower, cabbage
• How & Why:
  • These crops can withstand cooler temperatures.
• Advantage: good prices in the local market.

🌾 Sarojini Nagar Block

• Sow now: Carrot, Radish, Turnip
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  • Root crops are suitable for the soil type.
  • The market demand is high.
• Advantage: good prices in the local market.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback Moth, Aphids
  
• Peas/Potato: Pod borer, Early Blight
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Late Blight, Fruit borer
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Cutworm
  
  

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 (soil-moisture based), especially in mornings.
  
• Avoid water stagnation, particularly in nurseries; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture, moderate soil temperature, and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for crops like potato, peas, and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

January in Lucknow is all about smart harvesting and future planning:

• Harvest mature winter vegetables like peas, cabbage, cauliflower, and leafy greens for steady income.
  
• Plan for late sowing of potatoes and peas to extend the harvesting period.
  
• Start nurseries for early summer crops like brinjal, chilli, tomato, and gourds for timely transplanting.
  
• Protect sensitive standing crops from frost using light irrigation or covers during cold waves.
  
• Monitor for winter pests like aphids and manage them promptly to prevent damage.
  
  

If you follow these steps—focusing on continuous harvest, extending profitable crops, preparing for the next season, and protecting your investment from the cold—you’ll ensure stable income and a strong start for the spring-summer season.