Which county is best for Coconuts farming in Kenya?

Based on soil and climate suitability analysis, the top counties for Coconuts are Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi. Scores combine soil pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium against Coconuts's nutrient requirements, plus a rainfall and altitude multiplier that penalises counties outside the crop's climate range.

What soil pH does Coconuts need?

Coconuts grows best between pH 5.5 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 Coconuts in Kenya?

A well-managed Coconuts crop yields about 2,500 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 22/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 55,000.

Best counties to grow Coconuts in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Coconuts — scored against pH 5.5–8 target, low nitrogen, low phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (650–2000 mm) and altitude (0–400 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Coconuts in Kenya are Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi, based on soil and climate suitability. Coconuts grows best at pH 5.5–8; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.