Which county is best for Beans farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Beans need?

Beans grows best between pH 6 and 7. 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 Beans in Kenya?

A well-managed Beans crop yields about 800 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 130/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 104,000.

Best counties to grow Beans in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Beans — scored against pH 6–7 target, low nitrogen, medium phosphorus, low potassium, plus rainfall (500–1600 mm) and altitude (0–2500 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Beans in Kenya are Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Kajiado, based on soil and climate suitability. Beans grows best at pH 6–7; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.