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

Are you a farmer from Mirzapur, up (UP)? In May, in blocks like Chunar, City, Jamalpur, Konh, Lalganj, Majhawa, Marihan, Narayanpur, Pahari, Patehra, Rajgarh, Shikhar, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Muskmelon, Watermelon. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Paddy, Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Mint are also being sown. This is the peak of the Zaid (summer) season just before the monsoon, so regular irrigation is essential for all crops due to high temperatures and dry soil. So your planning now will decide your profits in August–September.

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

What fields typically look like early may

• Standing/harvest crops: Okra, bottle gourd, summer squash, and maize are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, tomato, chilli, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, fenugreek, and amaranth sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urad dal and groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (May)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Amaranth (Chaulai), Cowpea (Lobia), Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Bitter Gourd (Karela), Cucumber (Kheera), Pumpkin (Kaddu).
✅ Benefit – Quick germination and growth under warm conditions.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early paddy (rice) and vegetables like brinjal and chili.
✅ Benefit – Allows for timely transplanting with the onset of monsoon.

Summer ploughing:
Plough the fields to expose soil to sunlight, killing pests and disease-causing organisms.
✅ Benefit – Improves soil health and reduces pest infestation in the next season.

Green manuring:
Sow green manure crops like Dhaincha or Sunhemp.
✅ Benefit – Enriches soil with organic matter and improves soil fertility naturally.

Water management:
Ensure efficient water use through drip irrigation or mulching.
✅ Benefit – Conserves water and improves crop yield, especially crucial in Mirzapur-up's climate.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, soil preparation, and water management in May, farmers in Mirzapur can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Chunar Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and gourds provide yield within 45-60 days.
  • Timely nursery preparation ensures seedling availability for next month transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Early season vegetables ensure better market rates in Mirzapur.
  

🌾 City Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Bean, Amaranthus
• Transplant: Summer Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and Cluster bean yield within 50 days to supplement income.
  • Transplanting summer tomato and chili ensures availability of seedlings.
    
• Advantage: Vegetables produced will get good price in Mirzapur market.
  

🌾 Jamalpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are fast growing and profitable vegetables.
  • Nursery preparation will ensure timely transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Farmers can get high profit with less input cost.
  

🌾 Konh Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Watermelon
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Cucumbers and Watermelons give quick returns.
  • Chili and Brinjal seedlings can be transplanted.
    
• Advantage: Good profits from melons and early chilies in Mirzapur.
  

🌾 Lalganj Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are high value crops.
  • Timely nursery helps in early transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Good income through vegetable cultivation.
  

🌾 Majhawa Block

• Sow now: Okra, Pumpkin, Cucumber
• Transplant: Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and Cucumber have short duration.
  • Transplanting helps in saving time.
    
• Advantage: Additional income in short duration for Mirzapur farmers.
  

🌾 Marihan Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Bean, Cowpea
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Legumes improve soil fertility.
  • Nursery will get ready for transplanting next month.
    
• Advantage: Soil health improvement and income from vegetables.
  

🌾 Narayanpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Transplant: Summer Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds are very popular vegetables in Mirzapur.
  • Tomato and Chili need transplanting.
    
• Advantage: High yield and more profit in Mirzapur Market.
  

🌾 Pahari Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and gourds are profitable vegetables.
  • Nursery should be raised now for next month transplanting.
    
• Advantage: Good income can be generated through vegetable farming.
  

🌾 Patehra Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Bean, Amaranthus
• Transplant: Summer Tomato, Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Short duration crops for quick cash.
  • Transplanting for faster growth.
    
• Advantage: Early yield in Mirzapur market.
  

🌾 Rajgarh Block

• Sow now: Okra, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd
• Prepare Nursery: Brinjal, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourds have good market value in Mirzapur.
  • Timely nursery preparation.
    
• Advantage: Better returns from vegetables.
  

🌾 Shikhar Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cucumber, Watermelon
• Transplant: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Watermelon will fetch high price.
  • Transplanting will help in saving time.
    
• Advantage: Maximizing profit for farmers of Mirzapur.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Mirzapur, May)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red pumpkin beetle, Powdery mildew
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit & shoot borer, Jassids, Mites
  
• Chilli: Thrips, Mites, Leaf curl
  
  

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 (Mirzapur, May)

• Give frequent, light irrigation every 3–5 days (depending on soil/crop).
  
• Water in early morning or late evening to reduce evaporation.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds, okra, brinjal and tomato where possible, focusing water near roots.
  

Conclusion

May in Mirzapur is all about smart planning:

• Timely harvest of summer vegetables like okra, bitter gourd, and bottle gourd.
  
• Cultivate heat-tolerant leafy greens like Amaranth (Chaulai) for quick income.
  
• Prepare nurseries for monsoon crops such as brinjal, chilli, and early tomato.
  
• Direct sow cucurbits like sponge gourd, ridge gourd, and bottle gourd for early monsoon harvest.
  
• Ensure efficient irrigation during dry periods and actively manage common summer pests.
  
  

By focusing on these key areas—maximizing summer crop yields, strategically planning monsoon plantings, and efficient water management—you’ll ensure a steady cash flow through the challenging May heat and lay a strong foundation for the upcoming Kharif season.