Which county is best for Pigeon Peas farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Pigeon Peas need?

Pigeon Peas 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 Pigeon Peas in Kenya?

A well-managed Pigeon Peas crop yields about 600 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 75/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 45,000.

Best counties to grow Pigeon Peas in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Pigeon Peas — scored against pH 5–8 target, low nitrogen, low phosphorus, low potassium, plus rainfall (400–900 mm) and altitude (0–1800 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Pigeon Peas in Kenya are Kajiado, Nakuru, Nairobi, based on soil and climate suitability. Pigeon Peas grows best at pH 5–8; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.