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

Are you a farmer from Pilibhit, up (UP)? In February, in blocks like Amaria, Barkhera, Bilsanda, Bisalpur, Lalguri, Marauri, Mundanpura, Pilibhit, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Mustard, Peas, Carrot, Cauliflower. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Bottle Gourd.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Amaranth are also being sown. This is the end of the Rabi season when soil moisture is decreasing, making timely irrigation very important for standing crops and the preparation for summer (Zaid) crops. So your planning now will decide your profits in April–May.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Pilibhit 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, brinjal, chili, 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 peas continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (February)

Sugarcane Planting: February is ideal for planting spring sugarcane. Use treated seeds and ensure proper spacing for optimal growth.
✅ Benefit – Higher yield and better quality sugarcane.

Summer Vegetables Nursery: Start preparing nurseries for summer vegetables like bottle gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, and pumpkin.
✅ Benefit – Early seedlings will be ready for transplanting as soon as the weather warms up.

Pulse Crops Sowing: Focus on sowing pulse crops like moong and urad. These crops require less water and are beneficial for soil health.
✅ Benefit – Improves soil fertility and provides an additional source of income.

Irrigation Management: Ensure proper irrigation for wheat and other standing crops. Monitor moisture levels and irrigate as needed.
✅ Benefit – Prevents water stress and ensures good grain filling.

Pest and Disease Management: Regularly monitor crops for pests and diseases. Take appropriate control measures to prevent losses.
✅ Benefit – Protects crops from damage and ensures a healthy harvest.

👉 In this way, by planning sugarcane planting, nurseries, pulse sowing, irrigation, and pest management in February in Pilibhit, farmers can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Amaria Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea, Garlic
• Prepare Seedbeds: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
• Timely sowing of mustard ensures good yield and reduces pest incidence.
• Potato benefits from the cool February climate for tuber development.
• Pea and Garlic thrive in February's weather conditions.

Advantage: Utilizing the cool climate for optimal growth and yield.

🌾 Barkhera Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Transplant: Onion seedlings
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish, Carrot, and Turnip grow well in the sandy loam soil of Barkhera.
  • Fenugreek can be intercropped for added income.
  • Onion transplanting should be done in the cooler part of the day.
• Advantage: Suitable crops for the region's soil and climate, with potential for intercropping.
  

🌾 Bilsanda Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Mustard Greens (Sarson ka Saag)
• Prepare Seedbeds: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing spinach and coriander can provide early income.
  • Mustard greens are a local favorite and fetch good prices.
  • Cabbage and cauliflower seedlings need to be started for later transplanting.
• Advantage: Fast-growing greens and preparation for winter vegetables.
  

🌾 Bisalpur Block

• Sow now: Lentil (Masoor), Chickpea (Chana)
• Prepare Seedbeds: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentil and chickpea benefit from the cooler temperatures in February.
  • Ensure proper soil moisture for germination.
  • Tomato and chilli seedlings need to be started in protected environments.
• Advantage: Pulses for soil health and income, with preparation for summer vegetables.
  

🌾 Lalguri Block

• Sow now: Sugarcane (ratoon management), Wheat (late sowing if any)
• Prepare for: Summer vegetable sowing (after mid-February)
• How & Why:
  
  • Focus on ratoon management for sugarcane for the next season's yield.
  • Late wheat sowing should be completed with proper irrigation.
  • Prepare fields for summer vegetables like cucurbits.
• Advantage: Transitioning from winter to summer crops.
  

🌾 Marauri Block

• Sow now: Pea, Potato, Mustard
• Intercropping: Potato with Mustard
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea benefits from the cool climate and adds nitrogen to the soil.
  • Intercropping potato with mustard can maximize land use.
  • Ensure proper spacing for both crops.
• Advantage: Efficient land use and improved soil health.
  

🌾 Mundanpura Block

• Sow now: Barley, Oat (for fodder)
• Prepare Seedbeds: Okra (Bhindi), Bottle Gourd (Lauki)
• How & Why:
  
  • Barley and oat provide nutritious fodder for livestock.
  • Start preparing seedbeds for summer vegetables in anticipation of warmer weather.
  • Ensure proper drainage in seedbeds.
• Advantage: Fodder production and early preparation for summer vegetables.
  

🌾 Pilibhit Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and onion do well in the loamy soils of Pilibhit.
  • Transplant tomato and chilli seedlings, ensuring proper spacing and irrigation.
• Advantage: High-value crops suitable for the region.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Pilibhit, February)

• Potato: Aphids, late blight
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, leaf miner, cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, shoot borer, whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (early season): Aphids, powdery mildew
  
  

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 (Pilibhit, February)

• Give light irrigation every 7–12 days (soil-moisture based), increase frequency if temperatures rise.
  
• Avoid water stagnation, especially for potato and nurseries; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and control weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for efficiency, especially for gourds and tomato where possible.
  

Conclusion

February in Pilibhit is all about smart transition:

• Finish harvesting remaining winter crops like late cabbage, cauliflower, and root vegetables.
  
• Start direct sowing of summer cucurbits (Lauki, Karela, Tori, Cucumber) and Okra (Bhindi).
  
• Transplant early brinjal and chilli seedlings.
  
• Plant quick leafy greens like Amaranth (Chaulai) for early income.
  
• Ensure proper irrigation for rising temperatures and watch for initial pest outbreaks.
  
  

If you follow these steps—finishing winter harvests, sowing early summer vegetables for market, and preparing for main season crops—you'll ensure a smooth transition and a profitable start to the new season.