Which county is best for Celery farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Celery need?

Celery 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 Celery in Kenya?

A well-managed Celery crop yields about 12,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 70/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 840,000.

Best counties to grow Celery in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Celery — scored against pH 6–7.5 target, high nitrogen, high phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (700–1400 mm) and altitude (1000–2600 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

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