Which county is best for Dragon Fruit farming in Kenya?

Based on soil and climate suitability analysis, the top counties for Dragon Fruit are Narok, Baringo, West Pokot. Scores combine soil pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium against Dragon Fruit's nutrient requirements, plus a rainfall and altitude multiplier that penalises counties outside the crop's climate range.

What soil pH does Dragon Fruit need?

Dragon Fruit grows best between pH 5.5 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 Dragon Fruit in Kenya?

A well-managed Dragon Fruit crop yields about 5,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 500/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 2,500,000.

Best counties to grow Dragon Fruit in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Dragon Fruit — scored against pH 5.5–7 target, medium nitrogen, medium phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (500–1500 mm) and altitude (0–1700 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Dragon Fruit in Kenya are Narok, Baringo, West Pokot, based on soil and climate suitability. Dragon Fruit grows best at pH 5.5–7; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.