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

Are you a farmer from Shahjahanpur, up (UP)? In June, in blocks like Banda, Bhawal Khera, Bhasuri, Dadraul, Jalalabad, Kalan, Kanth, Khutar, Powayan, Puvayan Kalan, Sindhauli, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Sponge Gourd. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Malabar Spinach are also being sown. June marks the beginning of the Kharif season as the monsoon arrives, so farmers should prepare their fields and manage soil moisture for the upcoming sowings. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Shahjahanpur 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: Mango, Sugarcane, Okra, Bottle Gourd, and Maize are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Rice, Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, and Cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (Palak), Fenugreek (Methi), and Amaranth (Chaulai) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon Pea (Arhar) and Groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Banda Block

• Sow now: Okra, bottle gourd, bitter gourd, pumpkin.
• Prepare land: For July transplanted cauliflower, cabbage.
• How & Why:
  • Summer vegetables fetch premium prices in local markets.
  • Early land prep ensures timely monsoon crop planting.
• Advantage: Maximized income through seasonal vegetable production.

🌾 Bhawal Khera Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, sponge gourd, ridge gourd.
• Nursery: Start tomato, chili, eggplant seedlings.
• How & Why:
  • Gourds thrive in Shahjahanpur's June climate; high demand.
  • Nursery allows healthy seedlings for timely transplanting.
• Advantage: Continuous supply of diverse vegetables for local markets.

🌾 Bhasuri Block

• Sow now: Cluster beans (guar), cowpea (lobia).
• Prepare: Land for ginger and turmeric planting.
• How & Why:
  • Legumes improve soil health and provide valuable yields.
  • Early preparation benefits rhizome crops for optimal growth.
• Advantage: Soil enrichment and diversification of crop production.

🌾 Dadraul Block

• Sow now: Amaranth (chaulai), leafy vegetables.
• Transplant: Early varieties of eggplant.
• How & Why:
  • Fast-growing greens meet local demand quickly.
  • Early eggplant transplant gives yield before peak season.
• Advantage: Quick returns and staggered harvest.

🌾 Jalalabad Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, muskmelon.
• Irrigation: Ensure regular watering for early sown vegetables.
• How & Why:
  • Melons have high demand in summer; profit margins are good.
  • Consistent watering promotes growth.
• Advantage: Capitalizing on summer-specific high-value crops.

🌾 Kalan Block

• Sow now: Summer squash (zucchini), bottle gourd.
• Pest Management: Monitor and control fruit flies in cucurbits.
• How & Why:
  • Summer squash has quick yield and good market demand.
  • Pest control ensures quality and marketable yield.
• Advantage: Reduced yield loss and continuous income.

🌾 Kanth Block

• Sow now: Spinach, fenugreek (methi).
• Prepare: Nursery beds for rainy season tomato and chili.
• How & Why:
  • Greens meet continuous local demand and short duration crop.
  • Nursery preparation for the coming monsoon crop.
• Advantage: Continuous income and timely planting of key crops.

🌾 Khutar Block

• Sow now: Ridge gourd, pointed gourd (parwal).
• Mulching: Apply mulch to conserve moisture.
• How & Why:
  • Gourds adapt well to Shahjahanpur’s climate.
  • Mulching saves water and controls weeds.
• Advantage: Water savings and increased yields.

🌾 Powayan Block

• Sow now: Okra, cowpea.
• Weed control: Regularly weed vegetable plots.
• How & Why:
  • Okra and cowpea are adaptable to the climate.
  • Weeding promotes healthy growth.
• Advantage: Enhanced yield and improved crop health.

🌾 Puvayan Kalan Block

• Sow now: Bitter gourd, pumpkin.
• Support: Provide support for climbing vegetables.
• How & Why:
  • Bitter gourd and pumpkin thrive in summer.
  • Supports ensure proper growth.
• Advantage: Higher yield and efficient space utilization.

🌾 Sindhauli Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, bottle gourd.
• Irrigation: Manage irrigation schedules.
• How & Why:
  • Cucumber, bottle gourd are easily cultivated.
  • Sufficient water leads to optimal yield.
• Advantage: Improved water use efficiency and yield.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Shahjahanpur, June)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Downy mildew, Red pumpkin beetle
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, Caterpillar
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Shoot borer, Whitefly
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves. Keep field clean.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation (Shahjahanpur, June)

• Before monsoon: Give light irrigation every 5-7 days based on soil moisture.
  
• During monsoon: Reduce irrigation; focus on good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
  
• Ensure proper drainage in nurseries; avoid water stagnation.
  
• Use mulching to save moisture, reduce weeds, and manage soil temperature.
  

Conclusion

June in Shahjahanpur is all about smart monsoon preparation and planting:

• Sow fast-growing monsoon veggies: Bhindi, Lobia, Gawar.
  
• Plant gourds (Lauki, Karela, Turai) for monsoon harvest.
  
• Ensure excellent field drainage; prepare for heavy rains.
  
• Start nurseries for future Brinjal and Chilli crops.
  
• Actively manage monsoon weeds; watch for early pests and diseases.
  
  

If you follow these steps—timely planting of kharif crops, excellent field drainage, and active pest/weed management—you’ll be set for a robust and profitable monsoon harvest.