Which county is best for Pixie Oranges farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Pixie Oranges need?

Pixie Oranges 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 Pixie Oranges in Kenya?

A well-managed Pixie Oranges crop yields about 8,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 28/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 224,000.

Best counties to grow Pixie Oranges in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Pixie Oranges — scored against pH 5.5–7.5 target, medium nitrogen, medium phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (600–1200 mm) and altitude (1000–2000 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

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