Which county is best for Cape Gooseberry farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Cape Gooseberry need?

Cape Gooseberry 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 Cape Gooseberry in Kenya?

A well-managed Cape Gooseberry crop yields about 5,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 120/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 600,000.

Best counties to grow Cape Gooseberry in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Cape Gooseberry — scored against pH 6–7.5 target, medium nitrogen, medium phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (700–1400 mm) and altitude (1200–2600 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

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