Vegetables to grow in june in Meerut up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Meerut, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Daurala, Hastinapur, Jani, Kharkhauda, Machhra, Mawana, Meerut, Parikshitgarh, Phalauda, Rajpura, Rohta, Saroorpur, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cowpea. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Basella are also being sown. June marks the beginning of the Kharif season with the expected arrival of the monsoon, so it's a critical time for nursery preparation and managing soil moisture through irrigation until the rains stabilize. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

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

What fields typically look like early june

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, mango, okra, 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, fenugreek, and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea and groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (June) in Meerut

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Bean (Gwar), Cowpea (Lobia), Cucurbits (like Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, and Cucumber), Maize for fodder.
✅ Benefit – These crops thrive well in the monsoon season and provide a good yield.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early season Cauliflower, Cabbage, Chilli, and Brinjal in Meerut. Ensure proper drainage and protection from heavy rains.
✅ Benefit – Timely nursery preparation ensures healthy seedlings for transplanting after the monsoon.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant Chilli, Brinjal, and Tomato seedlings if the weather is favorable and there are breaks in the monsoon. Ensure proper drainage to avoid waterlogging in Meerut-up fields.

Kharif crops:
Start sowing Kharif crops like Paddy, Pearl Millet (Bajra), and Sorghum (Jowar) in Meerut-up. Ensure timely availability of seeds and fertilizers.
✅ Benefit – These are the major crops of the Kharif season and contribute significantly to the farmer's income.

Pulses:
Sow pulses like Pigeon Pea (Arhar), Green Gram (Moong), and Black Gram (Urad) in Meerut-up. These crops improve soil fertility.
✅ Benefit – Pulses are nitrogen-fixing crops that enhance soil health and provide a good source of protein.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, Kharif crops, and pulses in June in Meerut, farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Daurala Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cluster Bean
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and gourds provide good yield and market price in June.
  • Brinjal and Chilli transplantation ensures crop establishment before monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Timely sowing and transplanting leads to better crop health and yield.
  

🌾 Hastinapur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Transplant: Tomato (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumber and Pumpkin are short duration crops suitable for June sowing.
  • Early Tomato transplanting can capture early market prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and better market opportunities.
  

🌾 Jani Block

• Sow now: Okra, Sponge Gourd, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourd vegetables are well-suited for the June climate in Meerut.
  • Chilli and Brinjal seedlings can be transplanted to ensure proper growth.
    
• Advantage: High yield potential with proper care.
  

🌾 Kharkhauda Block

• Sow now: Okra, Lobia (Cowpea)
• Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and Lobia are fast-growing and provide early income.
  • Tomato and Capsicum require transplanting for better establishment.
    
• Advantage: Diversified cropping for stable income.
  

🌾 Machhra Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourd vegetables thrive in June and provide a steady yield.
  • Brinjal benefits from transplanting for stronger root development.
    
• Advantage: Good market demand for these vegetables.
  

🌾 Mawana Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Bean, Pumpkin
• Transplant: Chilli, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Cluster Bean and Pumpkin are suitable for June sowing due to their heat tolerance.
  • Chilli and Tomato seedlings get a head start with transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Reliable crop options for the season.
  

🌾 Meerut Block

• Sow now: Okra, Sponge Gourd, Cucumber
• Transplant: Brinjal, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumber and Sponge Gourd are fast-maturing crops.
  • Brinjal and Capsicum benefit from transplanting in June.
    
• Advantage: Quick turnover and high-value crops.
  

🌾 Parikshitgarh Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Lobia (Cowpea)
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Bottle Gourd and Lobia are well-adapted to the June climate.
  • Tomato transplanting allows for better early yields.
    
• Advantage: Suitable crop choices for the region.
  

🌾 Phalauda Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Bitter Gourd and Ridge Gourd provide a good market price in June.
  • Chilli transplanting ensures healthy plant growth.
    
• Advantage: Profitable vegetable options.
  

🌾 Rajpura Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Cluster Bean
• Transplant: Brinjal, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumber and Cluster Bean are quick-growing vegetables.
  • Brinjal and Tomato transplanting encourages early fruit setting.
    
• Advantage: Consistent vegetable production.
  

🌾 Rohta Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Pumpkin
• Transplant: Chilli, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • Pumpkin and Sponge Gourd are heat-tolerant and productive.
  • Chilli and Capsicum require transplanting for optimal growth.
    
• Advantage: Reliable crops for the June season.
  

🌾 Saroorpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Ridge Gourd, Lobia (Cowpea)
• Transplant: Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Lobia and Ridge Gourd thrive in the June heat.
  • Tomato and Brinjal benefit from transplanting to establish well.
    
• Advantage: Diverse vegetable choices for June planting.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Meerut, June)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Powdery mildew, Red pumpkin beetle
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, 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.
  
• 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 (Meerut, June)

• Before monsoon: Give light irrigation every 3-5 days in hot and dry conditions (soil-moisture based).
  
• During early monsoon: Reduce irrigation frequency if rains begin. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

June in Meerut is all about preparing for and capitalizing on the monsoon:

• Start direct sowing of monsoon vegetables like Bhindi, Lauki, Karela, Torai, Gilki, Gawar, Lobia.
  
• Ensure excellent field drainage to prevent waterlogging as monsoon approaches.
  
• Apply a good base dose of organic manure or fertilizer before sowing.
  
• Monitor humidity-loving pests and fungal diseases closely from the start.
  
• Plan your plots for continuous harvest of seasonal greens and gourds.
  
  

By focusing on timely sowing of rain-fed vegetables, ensuring proper drainage, and proactive pest management, you'll secure a strong and profitable monsoon harvest.