Which county is best for Finger Millet farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Finger Millet need?

Finger Millet grows best between pH 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 Finger Millet in Kenya?

A well-managed Finger Millet crop yields about 800 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 60/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 48,000.

Best counties to grow Finger Millet in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Finger Millet — scored against pH 5–7 target, low nitrogen, low phosphorus, low potassium, plus rainfall (400–1400 mm) and altitude (0–2000 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Finger Millet in Kenya are Narok, Trans Nzoia, West Pokot, based on soil and climate suitability. Finger Millet grows best at pH 5–7; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.