Which county is best for Quinoa farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Quinoa need?

Quinoa grows best between pH 6 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 Quinoa in Kenya?

A well-managed Quinoa crop yields about 700 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 150/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 105,000.

Best counties to grow Quinoa in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Quinoa — scored against pH 6–8.5 target, medium nitrogen, medium phosphorus, medium potassium, plus rainfall (300–800 mm) and altitude (1500–3000 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Quinoa in Kenya are Nairobi, Narok, Nakuru, based on soil and climate suitability. Quinoa grows best at pH 6–8.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.