Which county is best for Groundnuts farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Groundnuts need?

Groundnuts 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 Groundnuts in Kenya?

A well-managed Groundnuts crop yields about 500 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 90/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 45,000.

Best counties to grow Groundnuts in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Groundnuts — scored against pH 5–7 target, low nitrogen, medium phosphorus, medium potassium, plus rainfall (500–1400 mm) and altitude (0–1800 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

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