Which county is best for Beetroot farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Beetroot need?

Beetroot grows best between pH 6 and 7.5. 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 Beetroot in Kenya?

A well-managed Beetroot crop yields about 10,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 50/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 500,000.

Best counties to grow Beetroot in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Beetroot — scored against pH 6–7.5 target, high nitrogen, high phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (500–1200 mm) and altitude (800–2500 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Beetroot in Kenya are Uasin Gishu, Nairobi, Nakuru, based on soil and climate suitability. Beetroot grows best at pH 6–7.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.