Vegetables to grow in july in Shravasti up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Shravasti, up (UP)? In July, in blocks like Bhinga, Hariharpur Rani, Ikauna, Peepli, Sirsiya, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Spinach, Coriander are also being sown. July is the peak of the Kharif season, with active monsoon rains providing good soil moisture for sowing and transplanting. So your planning now will decide your profits in September–October.

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

What fields typically look like early July

• Standing/harvest crops: Okra, bottle gourd, bitter gourd, and maize are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Chilli, brinjal, tomato, 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: Pigeon pea and groundnut continue in suitable upland/irrigated areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (July)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Paddy, Maize, Pulses (like Moong and Urad), Sorghum (Jowar), Bajra, Groundnut, Sesame, and vegetables like Okra (Bhindi), Cowpea (Lobhia), and Amaranthus (Chaulai).
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely sowing during the monsoon season.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for Rice (Paddy) if direct sowing is not possible due to water availability issues, as well as vegetables like Tomato, Brinjal, Chili, and Cauliflower for later transplanting in August-September.
✅ Benefit – Enables transplanting in case of unfavorable conditions for direct sowing and allows for staggered planting.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant Rice seedlings if nurseries were prepared earlier, depending on rainfall and water availability in Shravasti.
✅ Benefit – Ensures optimal plant population and efficient use of resources.

Vegetable cultivation:
Plant cucurbits like Bitter Gourd, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd, and Cucumber in well-drained soil. Also, consider planting leafy vegetables like Spinach and Amaranthus.
✅ Benefit – Provides a variety of vegetables for consumption and market.

Other crops:
Consider planting Turmeric and Ginger in shaded areas with good irrigation facilities.
✅ Benefit – Provides high-value crops with good market demand.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and vegetable cultivation in July in Shravasti, farmers can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bhinga Block

• Sow now: Okra (Bhindi), Cluster Bean (Gawar), Cowpea (Lobia)
• Transplant: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and Cluster Bean are short duration crops suitable for July sowing.
  • Transplanting Brinjal and Chilli in July ensures good yield during the favorable weather conditions of Shravasti.
    
• Advantage: Timely sowing leads to better crop establishment and higher yields in Shravasti district.
  

🌾 Hariharpur Rani Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd (Lauki), Bitter Gourd (Karela), Sponge Gourd (Turai)
• Transplant: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Gourd crops thrive well in the monsoon season, providing a good yield.
  • Transplanting tomatoes in July allows farmers to harvest them before the winter fog sets in, reducing disease incidence in Shravasti.
    
• Advantage: Increased vegetable production and income during the monsoon season.
  

🌾 Ikauna Block

• Sow now: Amaranthus (Chaulai), Cucumber (Kheera)
• Transplant: Cauliflower, Cabbage
• How & Why:
  
  • Amaranthus and Cucumber are fast-growing crops that can be harvested quickly.
  • Early transplanting of Cauliflower and Cabbage helps in avoiding pest and disease attacks later in the season in Shravasti.
    
• Advantage: Quick returns and healthy crop growth.
  

🌾 Peepli Block

• Sow now: Maize (Sweet Corn), Beans (French Beans)
• Transplant: Capsicum (Shimla Mirch)
• How & Why:
  
  • Maize and Beans are suitable for intercropping, maximizing land utilization.
  • Transplanting Capsicum in July ensures a good harvest in the later part of the season, fetching good prices in Shravasti.
    
• Advantage: Efficient land use and increased profitability.
  

🌾 Sirsiya Block

• Sow now: Radish (Mooli), Carrot (Gajar)
• Transplant: Brinjal (Early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and Carrot are root crops that grow well in well-drained soils during this time.
  • Early varieties of Brinjal can be transplanted to get early yields and better market prices in Shravasti.
    
• Advantage: Diversified crop production and enhanced income potential.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Okra: Fruit borer, jassids, whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Downy mildew, fruit fly
  
• Leafy greens: Caterpillars, leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, shoot borer
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week, especially after rain. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves/plants to prevent spread.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects. Keep fields and bunds clean of weeds, as they host pests.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when absolutely necessary; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation

• Monitor rainfall closely. Irrigate only if there's a dry spell for 4-5 days.
  
• Ensure excellent drainage in all fields to prevent waterlogging, which causes root diseases.
  
• Create proper channels to drain excess rainwater from beds and furrows immediately.
  
• Avoid standing water in nurseries and main fields; it attracts diseases and harms plants.
  

Conclusion

July in Shravasti is all about smart monsoon farming:

• Ensure proper field drainage to protect crops from waterlogging.
  
• Direct sow monsoon vegetables like Bhindi, Lobia, Cluster Bean, and various gourds (Lauki, Torai, Karela) for continuous yield.
  
• Start nurseries for early Cauliflower, Cabbage, and Brinjal now to gain an advantage for the upcoming winter market.
  
• Stay vigilant against pests and fungal diseases, which thrive in humid monsoon conditions; timely action is crucial.
  
• Manage weeds promptly, as they grow vigorously during the rainy season and compete with your crops.
  
  

If you prioritize excellent water management, strategically plant monsoon crops for immediate returns, and smartly prepare nurseries for upcoming winter demand, you’ll navigate the rainy season successfully and set a strong foundation for future profits.