Which county is best for Green Grams farming in Kenya?

Based on soil and climate suitability analysis, the top counties for Green Grams are Kajiado, Taita Taveta, Kitui. Scores combine soil pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium against Green Grams's nutrient requirements, plus a rainfall and altitude multiplier that penalises counties outside the crop's climate range.

What soil pH does Green Grams need?

Green Grams 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 Green Grams in Kenya?

A well-managed Green Grams crop yields about 400 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 120/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 48,000.

Best counties to grow Green Grams in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Green Grams — scored against pH 5.5–8 target, low nitrogen, low phosphorus, low potassium, plus rainfall (250–700 mm) and altitude (0–1800 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Green Grams in Kenya are Kajiado, Taita Taveta, Kitui, based on soil and climate suitability. Green Grams grows best at pH 5.5–8; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.