Which county is best for Mango farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Mango need?

Mango grows best between pH 5.5 and 8.5. 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 Mango in Kenya?

A well-managed Mango crop yields about 8,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 10/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 80,000.

Best counties to grow Mango in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Mango — scored against pH 5.5–8.5 target, low nitrogen, low phosphorus, medium potassium, plus rainfall (500–1200 mm) and altitude (0–1200 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Mango in Kenya are Machakos, Kitui, Kwale, based on soil and climate suitability. Mango grows best at pH 5.5–8.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.