Which county is best for Lettuce farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Lettuce need?

Lettuce grows best between pH 6 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 Lettuce in Kenya?

A well-managed Lettuce crop yields about 7,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 50/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 350,000.

Best counties to grow Lettuce in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Lettuce — scored against pH 6–7 target, high nitrogen, medium phosphorus, medium potassium, plus rainfall (600–1200 mm) and altitude (800–2500 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Lettuce in Kenya are Nakuru, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, based on soil and climate suitability. Lettuce grows best at pH 6–7; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.