Which county is best for Passion Fruit farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Passion Fruit need?

Passion Fruit 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 Passion Fruit in Kenya?

A well-managed Passion Fruit crop yields about 8,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 70/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 560,000.

Best counties to grow Passion Fruit in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Passion Fruit — scored against pH 5.5–7.5 target, high nitrogen, medium phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (900–1800 mm) and altitude (1200–2500 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Passion Fruit in Kenya are Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nakuru, based on soil and climate suitability. Passion Fruit grows best at pH 5.5–7.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.