Which county is best for Aloe Vera farming in Kenya?

Based on soil and climate suitability analysis, the top counties for Aloe Vera are Machakos, Kitui, Kajiado. Scores combine soil pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium against Aloe Vera's nutrient requirements, plus a rainfall and altitude multiplier that penalises counties outside the crop's climate range.

What soil pH does Aloe Vera need?

Aloe Vera grows best between pH 6 and 8. Counties whose soils fall outside this range will need lime (if acidic) or sulphur (if alkaline) before planting.

What is the expected yield per acre for Aloe Vera in Kenya?

A well-managed Aloe Vera crop yields about 12,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 40/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 480,000.

Best counties to grow Aloe Vera in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Aloe Vera — scored against pH 6–8 target, low nitrogen, low phosphorus, medium potassium, plus rainfall (250–700 mm) and altitude (0–2000 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Aloe Vera in Kenya are Machakos, Kitui, Kajiado, based on soil and climate suitability. Aloe Vera grows best at pH 6–8; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.