Which county is best for Sisal farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Sisal need?

Sisal grows best between pH 5.5 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 Sisal in Kenya?

A well-managed Sisal crop yields about 1,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 90/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 90,000.

Best counties to grow Sisal in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Sisal — scored against pH 5.5–8.5 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 Sisal in Kenya are Machakos, Kitui, Kajiado, based on soil and climate suitability. Sisal grows best at pH 5.5–8.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.