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

Are you a farmer from Mainpuri, up (UP)? In February, in blocks like Barnahal, Bewar, Ghiror, Jasrajpur, Karhal, Kishni, Kuraoli, Mainpuri, Sultanganj, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Pea, Late Cauliflower, Carrot, Radish, Tomato. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Chilli, Brinjal, Tomato.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Amaranth, Coriander are also being sown. This is the end of the Rabi season, and with dry weather, timely irrigation is essential for maturing crops and preparing for the upcoming Zaid season. So your planning now will decide your profits in April–May.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Mainpuri 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, chilli, brinjal, 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 gram continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (February) - Mainpuri

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Amaranth (Chaulai), Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin, Tinda, and Cowpea (Lobia).
✅ Benefit – These are warm-season vegetables that thrive in the increasing temperatures of February.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, and Capsicum. Protect seedlings from frost if temperatures dip.
✅ Benefit – Healthy seedlings are crucial for a successful transplant and a good yield.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early-sown Tomato, Brinjal, and Chilli seedlings that have reached the appropriate size. Ensure proper spacing and irrigation after transplanting.

Summer pulses (if irrigation available):
Green Gram (Moong) and Black Gram (Urad) can be sown in February with assured irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Short-duration pulses provide an additional income source before the Kharif season.

Sugarcane planting:
February is a good time for planting sugarcane in Mainpuri. Choose disease-free setts and ensure proper irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting ensures good germination and growth for a higher yield.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, summer pulses, and sugarcane planting in February in Mainpuri, farmers can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Barnahal Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Onion
• Fertilize: Wheat (Urea application)
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard thrives in cooler weather, plant early Feb for best yield.
  • Potatoes need consistent moisture; irrigate regularly.
  • Onion seedlings transplanting ensures good bulb development.
    
• Advantage: Maximize Rabi crop potential with timely action.
  

🌾 Bewar Block

• Sow now: Pea, Garlic, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Manage: Monitor for aphid infestation in Pea
• How & Why:
  
  • Peas benefit from early sowing, before soil warms up too much.
  • Garlic cloves planted now will have sufficient time to develop.
  • Methi adds diversity and is a short duration crop.
    
• Advantage: Diversified Rabi crops, pest management for healthy yield.
  

🌾 Ghiror Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Chickpea
• Weed control: Post-emergence herbicide application in Chickpea
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil and Chickpea are drought-tolerant, suited for rainfed areas.
  • Timely weed control ensures nutrients are available for the main crop.
    
• Advantage: Pulses for soil health, improved yield with weed control.
  

🌾 Jasrajpur Block

• Sow now: Sugarcane (ratoon management), Barley
• Irrigate: Ensure adequate moisture for Sugarcane and Barley.
• How & Why:
  
  • Ratoon management in sugarcane saves time and resources.
  • Barley is a good option for marginal lands.
    
• Advantage: Optimize water use, sugarcane and barley for fodder and grain.
  

🌾 Karhal Block

• Sow now: Coriander, Radish, Carrot
• Prepare land: For summer vegetables like bottle gourd and bitter gourd.
• How & Why:
  
  • Short duration vegetables give quick returns.
  • Land preparation in advance allows for timely sowing of summer vegetables.
    
• Advantage: Continuous income, early start for summer vegetables.
  

🌾 Kishni Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Onion
• Fertilize: Wheat (Urea application)
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard thrives in cooler weather, plant early Feb for best yield.
  • Potatoes need consistent moisture; irrigate regularly.
  • Onion seedlings transplanting ensures good bulb development.
    
• Advantage: Maximize Rabi crop potential with timely action.
  

🌾 Kuraoli Block

• Sow now: Pea, Garlic, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Manage: Monitor for aphid infestation in Pea
• How & Why:
  
  • Peas benefit from early sowing, before soil warms up too much.
  • Garlic cloves planted now will have sufficient time to develop.
  • Methi adds diversity and is a short duration crop.
    
• Advantage: Diversified Rabi crops, pest management for healthy yield.
  

🌾 Mainpuri Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Chickpea
• Weed control: Post-emergence herbicide application in Chickpea
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil and Chickpea are drought-tolerant, suited for rainfed areas.
  • Timely weed control ensures nutrients are available for the main crop.
    
• Advantage: Pulses for soil health, improved yield with weed control.
  

🌾 Sultanganj Block

• Sow now: Sugarcane (ratoon management), Barley
• Irrigate: Ensure adequate moisture for Sugarcane and Barley.
• How & Why:
  
  • Ratoon management in sugarcane saves time and resources.
  • Barley is a good option for marginal lands.
    
• Advantage: Optimize water use, sugarcane and barley for fodder and grain.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch for Mainpuri farmers in February

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Powdery mildew, Fruit fly, Aphids
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Cutworm, Leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly, Jassids
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves promptly.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects and keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when truly needed; rotate chemicals to prevent resistance.
  
  

Irrigation Tips for February in Mainpuri

• Give light irrigation every 5–7 days, depending on soil type and crop stage (always check soil moisture first).
  
• Avoid water stagnation, especially around young plants and in nurseries; ensure proper drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to conserve soil moisture and reduce weed growth.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for efficient water use, especially for gourds and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

February in Mainpuri is all about gearing up for summer and finishing winter crops:

• Begin nursery raising for early summer crops like brinjal, chilli, and early tomato.
  
• Direct sow cucurbits (like lauki, karela, turai) and bhindi for early summer markets.
  
• Continue planting fast-growing leafy vegetables like spinach and coriander for quick cash flow.
  
• Ensure timely harvesting of late-season peas, cabbage, and cauliflower.
  
• Manage irrigation effectively as temperatures rise and scout for pests diligently.
  
  

If you follow these steps—balancing quick leafy greens for cash, starting early summer vegetables for main income, and wisely finishing winter crops—you’ll ensure a strong, continuous yield and good profit through the transition.