Which county is best for Lentils farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Lentils need?

Lentils grows best between pH 5.5 and 7.5. 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 Lentils in Kenya?

A well-managed Lentils crop yields about 600 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 180/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 108,000.

Best counties to grow Lentils in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Lentils — scored against pH 5.5–7.5 target, low nitrogen, medium phosphorus, low potassium, plus rainfall (350–800 mm) and altitude (1200–2400 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Lentils in Kenya are Kajiado, Narok, Nakuru, based on soil and climate suitability. Lentils grows best at pH 5.5–7.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.