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

Are you a farmer from Mirzapur, up (UP)? In December, in blocks like Chhanve, City, Jamalpur, Kon, Lalganj, Majhawan, Marihan, Mirzapur, Pahari, Patehra, Rajgarh, Sikhar, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Radish, Tomato, Potato. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Onion.

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, dry weather, making timely irrigation crucial for crop growth as soil moisture decreases. So your planning now will decide your profits in January–February.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Mirzapur 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: Mustard, pigeon pea, maize and pearl millet 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: Chickpea and lentil continue in suitable upland/irrigated areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (December)

Sowing of Rabi crops like wheat, barley, gram, and mustard should be completed. Ensure proper seed treatment before sowing.
✅ Benefit – Timely sowing ensures good germination and yield.

Prepare land for spring sugarcane planting. This involves plowing, harrowing, and proper leveling.
✅ Benefit – Ensures optimal field conditions for sugarcane planting in the coming months.

Continue transplanting late varieties of cauliflower and cabbage.
✅ Benefit – Extends the harvesting period and ensures a continuous supply of vegetables.

Planting of potato can be initiated in Mirzapur if not already done. Use certified disease-free seeds.
✅ Benefit – Provides a valuable cash crop and diversifies income sources.

Ensure proper irrigation of existing crops, especially wheat and oilseeds, to protect them from frost damage.
✅ Benefit – Prevents moisture stress and cold injury to crops.

👉 In this way, by planning sowing, land preparation, transplanting, and irrigation in December, farmers in Mirzapur can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View) for December - Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh

 

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Chhanve Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Mustard Greens, Fenugreek.
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
• These crops are suitable for the December climate in Mirzapur.
• Early sowing ensures better yield and market price.
  

Advantage: Diversified crop production and improved income.

🌾 City Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek, Radish.
• Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower, Cabbage.
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and fenugreek provide quick returns.
  • Early tomato transplanting leads to better prices in late winter.
    
• Advantage: Quick income + early vegetables = increased earnings.
  

🌾 Jamalpur Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Potato.
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chili.
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and mustard are well-suited for the region's soil and climate.
  • Potato can be planted early for a good yield.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops and better market access.
  

🌾 Kon Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip.
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili, Capsicum.
• How & Why:
  
  • Root vegetables thrive in the sandy loam soil.
  • Capsicum transplant can yield high profits.
    
• Advantage: Improved soil utilization and high-value crop diversification.
  

🌾 Lalganj Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Chickpea, Mustard.
• Transplant: Tomato, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Pulses improve soil fertility for subsequent crops.
  • Mustard provides an oilseed option.
    
• Advantage: Soil health improvement and diversified income.
  

🌾 Majhawan Block

• Sow now: Potato, Pea, Garlic.
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato and garlic are commercially viable options.
  • Pea can be intercropped for additional income.
    
• Advantage: High returns and efficient land utilization.
  

🌾 Marihan Block

• Sow now: Mustard Greens, Spinach, Radish.
• Transplant: Tomato, Cabbage.
• How & Why:
  
  • Leafy vegetables can be harvested quickly for local markets.
  • Cabbage transplanting ensures a good yield.
    
• Advantage: Quick income generation and reliable vegetable supply.
  

🌾 Mirzapur Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Fenugreek.
• Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower.
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and fenugreek provide quick cash between major crops.
  • Early tomato and cauliflower transplanting fetches better prices.
    
• Advantage: Quick greens + early vegetables = extra income.
  

🌾 Pahari Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Pea, Potato.
• Transplant: Tomato, Chili.
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard and pea are well-suited for the region's climate.
  • Potato can provide a significant yield.
    
• Advantage: High-value crops and better market prices.
  

🌾 Patehra Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Spinach.
• Transplant: Tomato, Cabbage.
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and spinach give a quick return on investment.
  • Tomato and cabbage transplanting ensures better yields.
    
• Advantage: Quick income and reliable vegetable supply.
  

🌾 Rajgarh Block

• Sow now: Chickpea, Lentil, Mustard.
• Transplant: Brinjal, Tomato.
• How & Why:
  
  • Pulses enrich soil fertility for subsequent crops.
  • Mustard provides an oilseed crop option.
    
• Advantage: Soil health improvement and diversified earnings.
  

🌾 Sikhar Block

• Sow now: Potato, Garlic, Onion.
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal.
• How & Why:
  
  • Potato, garlic, and onion are profitable commercial crops.
  • Chili and brinjal transplanting ensures good yields.
    
• Advantage: High financial returns and efficient land utilization.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Mirzapur, December)

• Potato/Pea: Aphids, Early Blight, Pod Borer
  
• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback Moth, Aphids
  
• Leafy greens (Spinach, Mustard, Radish): Aphids, Leaf Miner, Cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal/Chilli: Fruit Borer, Shoot Borer, Whitefly
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested parts/plants.
  
• Use pheromone traps for borers and keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation (Mirzapur, December)

• Give light irrigation every 10-15 days (check soil moisture before watering).
  
• Water early in the morning to allow plants to dry before evening cold.
  
• Avoid water stagnation, especially in cold weather, to prevent root diseases.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic) to keep soil warm, moist, and reduce weeds.
  

Conclusion

December in Mirzapur is all about care and harvest:

• Focus on regular harvesting of established winter vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, peas, and root crops.
  
• Ensure timely, light irrigation to support crop development in dry winter conditions.
  
• Protect tender crops from potential frost with covers or light evening watering.
  
• Keep fields free of weeds and monitor closely for pests and diseases.
  
• Consider sowing a final batch of quick-growing leafy greens for continuous supply.
  
  

By focusing on careful harvesting, proper irrigation, and frost protection, you'll ensure a healthy harvest and strong market presence throughout the peak winter season.