Which county is best for Millet farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Millet need?

Millet grows best between pH 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 Millet in Kenya?

A well-managed Millet crop yields about 700 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 58/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 40,600.

Best counties to grow Millet in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Millet — scored against pH 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 Millet in Kenya are Kajiado, Baringo, Lamu, based on soil and climate suitability. Millet grows best at pH 5–8; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.