Growing Mango in Busia

Soil suitability analysis based on Busia's nutrient profile

Mango can be grown in Busia County, but the soil scores 59/100 and needs targeted management to reach full potential. At an average pH of 5.29 the soil is moderately acidic, below Mango's preferred 5.5–8.5 range; agricultural lime will lift pH and unlock phosphorus the crop cannot otherwise access. Nitrogen (0.91 g/kg), phosphorus (16.6 mg/kg) and potassium (175 mg/kg) all meet Mango's requirements, so a maintenance fertilizer programme is enough. Mango prefers sandy soils, while Busia is largely clay loam, so drainage and organic-matter management matter more here. At current prices (about KES 10/kg) and a typical 2,800 kg/acre yield, a well-managed Mango crop here can gross roughly KES 28,000 per acre.