Vegetables to grow in january in Sitapur up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Sitapur, up (UP)? In January, in blocks like Ailiya, Baiswan, Behata, Biswan, Gondlamau, Hargaon, Kasmanda, Khairabad, Laharpur, Machhrehta, Maholi, Misrikh, Pahla, Parsendi, Pisawan, Rampur Mathura, Reusa, Sakran, Sidhauli, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot, Radish, Peas. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Cucumber.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek are also being sown. This is the peak of the Rabi season with cold weather, so managing irrigation is crucial for standing crops as soil moisture is low. So your planning now will decide your profits in March–April.

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

What fields typically look like early january

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, paddy, potato, and mustard are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, brinjal, chilli, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhania) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Pigeon pea (arhar) and gram (chana) continue in suitable upland areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (January)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach, Fenugreek, Coriander, and Mustard.
✅ Benefit – These are quick-growing and bring fast income from fresh greens.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for onion, tomato, chili, brinjal, cabbage, and cauliflower. By month-end, seedlings will be ready for transplanting.
✅ Benefit – Timely transplanting ensures good yield and better market price.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant tomato, chili, brinjal, cabbage and cauliflower seedlings from nurseries, especially late-sown or hybrid varieties that can withstand cold and give longer harvest in Sitapur.

Pulses (for premium price):
Sow Chickpea, Lentil, Pea.
✅ Benefit – Pulses have good demand in Sitapur and provides good income.

Oilseeds (for good yield):
Mustard and Rapeseed.
✅ Benefit – Ensure proper irrigation and nutrient management for good yield.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and early crops in January in Sitapur, farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Ailiya Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
• Short duration crops like radish and spinach can provide quick income.
• Early transplanting of tomato and chilli yields better prices in the market.

Advantage: Diversified income and better market rates.

🌾 Baiswan Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Fenugreek
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower, Knolkhol
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and mustard can be grown for both vegetable and oilseed purposes.
  • Cabbage and cauliflower transplanting should be done timely for good head formation.
• Advantage: Multiple uses and better yield.

🌾 Behata Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion, Potato
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli, Capsicum (under protected cultivation)
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and onion sowing should be completed for good bulb development.
  • Protected cultivation of capsicum can give higher returns.
• Advantage: High value crops and better market price.

🌾 Biswan Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Coriander, Fenugreek
• Transplant: Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and fenugreek provide quick returns.
  • Ensure proper spacing for transplanted vegetables.
• Advantage: Quick income and improved yield.

🌾 Gondlamau Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and turnip are fast-growing vegetables.
  • Cabbage and cauliflower require timely transplanting.
• Advantage: Quick harvest and good yield.

🌾 Hargaon Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea can be intercropped with mustard for better land utilization.
  • Timely transplanting of tomato and chilli is crucial.
• Advantage: Enhanced land use and higher income.

🌾 Kasmanda Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion
• Transplant: Brinjal, Capsicum (under protected cultivation)
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and onion cultivation is suitable for this block.
  • Protected capsicum cultivation gives higher profit margins.
• Advantage: Better returns on investment.

🌾 Khairabad Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek
• Transplant: Tomato, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Spinach and fenugreek offer quick cash flow.
  • Cauliflower transplanting should be done carefully.
• Advantage: Quick income and good vegetable yield.

🌾 Laharpur Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot
• Transplant: Cabbage, Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish and carrot have short growth cycles.
  • Cabbage and tomato require proper nursery management.
• Advantage: Regular income and quality vegetables.

🌾 Machhrehta Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard, Coriander
• Transplant: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and coriander can be intercropped.
  • Chilli and brinjal need good soil preparation.
• Advantage: Better yield and income diversification.

🌾 Maholi Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion, Potato
• Transplant: Tomato, Capsicum (under shade net)
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and onion are important crops for the region.
  • Capsicum under shade net gives higher yields.
• Advantage: High value crops and good returns.

🌾 Misrikh Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek, Radish
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing leafy vegetables.
  • Timely transplanting of cabbage and cauliflower.
• Advantage: Regular income and good vegetable supply.

🌾 Pahla Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Pea and mustard are good winter crops.
  • Proper care for transplanted vegetables is essential.
• Advantage: Crop diversification and higher productivity.

🌾 Parsendi Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion
• Transplant: Tomato (early varieties)
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic and onion are high-value crops.
  • Early tomato varieties fetch good prices.
• Advantage: High income and better market access.

🌾 Pisawan Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip, Spinach
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Fast-growing root and leafy vegetables.
  • Proper transplanting of cabbage and cauliflower is required.
• Advantage: Regular harvest and income.

🌾 Rampur Mathura Block

• Sow now: Pea, Mustard
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • Good soil for pea and mustard.
  • Timely transplanting of chilli and tomato.
• Advantage: Crop diversification and stable income.

🌾 Reusa Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Onion, Potato
• Transplant: Tomato (early)
• How & Why:
  
  • Key area for garlic and onion.
  • Early tomato transplanting for price advantage.
• Advantage: High-value crops and good returns.

🌾 Sakran Block

• Sow now: Spinach, Fenugreek, Coriander
• Transplant: Cabbage, Cauliflower
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick turnover with spinach, fenugreek, coriander.
  • Proper care during cabbage and cauliflower transplanting.
• Advantage: Fast income and vegetable supply.

🌾 Sidhauli Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip
• Transplant: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Radish, carrot, and turnip mature quickly.
  • Suitable climate for tomato, chilli, and brinjal transplanting.
• Advantage: Quick harvest and good returns.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

• Potato/Tomato: Late blight, aphids, fruit borer (for tomato)
  
• Cabbage/Cauliflower: Diamondback moth (DBM), aphids
  
• Peas/Beans: Aphids, pod borer, powdery mildew
  
• Leafy greens (Spinach/Mustard): Aphids, leaf miner
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips, especially after fog.
  
• Remove and destroy infested leaves/plants to stop spread.
  
• Keep fields clean of weeds; they can harbor pests.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation

• Irrigate sparingly, early in the morning (if frost risk) or when soil feels dry.
  
• For frost protection, light irrigation before predicted frost can help.
  
• Avoid waterlogging, especially in cold weather, it harms roots.
  
• Mulch with dry leaves/straw to keep soil warm and moist and reduce weeds.
  

Conclusion

January in Sitapur is all about smart winter farming:

• Continue harvesting ready winter crops like cauliflower, cabbage, and peas.
  
• Start raising nurseries for early summer vegetables: tomato, brinjal, chilli.
  
• Plant onion sets or transplants for a good spring harvest.
  
• Sow quick-growing leafy greens like spinach and coriander for fresh market.
  
• Protect crops from frost and cold, and manage pests with timely irrigation.
  
  

If you focus on continuous harvest of winter crops for steady income, prepare nurseries for summer stability, and guard against winter's chill, your farm will stay productive and profitable even in January.