Vegetables to grow in march in Varanasi up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Varanasi, up (UP)? In March, in blocks like Arajiline, Badagaon, Cholapur, Chiraigaon, Harhua, Kashi Vidyapith, Pindra, Sewapuri, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Wheat, Mustard, Potato, Garlic, Lentil. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the time when Rabi crops are harvested and fields are prepared for summer Zaid crops, so regular irrigation is crucial as temperatures rise. So your planning now will decide your profits in May–June.

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

What fields typically look like early march

• Standing/harvest crops: are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (March)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra, Cucumber, Bottle gourd, Bitter gourd, Sponge gourd, Pumpkin, Ridge gourd, Cowpea, Amaranthus, Cluster bean, Summer squash.
✅ Benefit – Utilizes warmer temperatures for quick germination and growth, leading to early yields.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for Chilli, Brinjal, Tomato, Capsicum. Ensure proper soil mixture and regular watering.
✅ Benefit – Allows for selection of healthy seedlings for transplanting, leading to uniform crop stand.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant Chilli, Brinjal, and Tomato seedlings raised in February. Ensure proper spacing and irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Gives seedlings a head start, resulting in higher yields and better quality produce.

Summer pulses:
Green gram (Moong), Black gram (Urad). Ensure proper soil moisture and nutrient management.
✅ Benefit – Fills the gap between Rabi and Kharif seasons, providing additional income.

Irrigated crops (if irrigation available):
Maize (for fodder), Summer vegetables.
✅ Benefit – Provides continuous supply of fodder and vegetables, improving livestock productivity and household nutrition.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, summer pulses, and irrigated crops in Varanasi, farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Arajiline Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
• Summer vegetables fetch good prices in local markets.
• Start nursery for main season crops like chili and brinjal.
  

🌾 Badagaon Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer vegetables fetch good prices in local markets.
  • Prepare nursery for main season crops like chili and brinjal.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income + timely preparation for next season.
  

🌾 Cholapur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer vegetables fetch good prices in local markets.
  • Start nursery for main season crops like chili and brinjal.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income + timely preparation for next season.
  

🌾 Chiraigaon Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer vegetables fetch good prices in local markets.
  • Prepare nursery for main season crops like chili and brinjal.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income + timely preparation for next season.
  

🌾 Harhua Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer vegetables fetch good prices in local markets.
  • Start nursery for main season crops like chili and brinjal.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income + timely preparation for next season.
  

🌾 Kashi Vidyapith Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer vegetables fetch good prices in local markets.
  • Prepare nursery for main season crops like chili and brinjal.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income + timely preparation for next season.
  

🌾 Pindra Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer vegetables fetch good prices in local markets.
  • Start nursery for main season crops like chili and brinjal.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income + timely preparation for next season.
  

🌾 Sewapuri Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • Summer vegetables fetch good prices in local markets.
  • Prepare nursery for main season crops like chili and brinjal.
    
• Advantage: Diversified income + timely preparation for next season.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch for Varanasi farmers in March

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

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves promptly.
  
• 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 for Varanasi in March

• As temperatures rise, give light irrigation every 4–7 days (adjust based on soil and crop need).
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure proper drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible, it saves water.
  

Conclusion

March in Varanasi is all about smart planning:

• Prepare field and sow summer cucurbits like Lauki, Karela, Turai.
  
• Start early sowing of Bhindi for a good market advantage.
  
• Plant summer Fali-wali sabzi like Lobia and Guar.
  
• Give light and timely irrigation as the heat picks up.
  
• Keep a sharp eye on pests and diseases, especially in new plantings.
  
  

If you follow these steps—getting your summer crops in on time, managing water well, and watching out for pests—you’ll set yourself up for a strong and profitable summer harvest.