Which county is best for Sorghum farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Sorghum need?

Sorghum 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 Sorghum in Kenya?

A well-managed Sorghum crop yields about 1,200 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 68/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 81,600.

Best counties to grow Sorghum in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Sorghum — scored against pH 5–8 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 Sorghum in Kenya are Kajiado, Baringo, Lamu, based on soil and climate suitability. Sorghum grows best at pH 5–8; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.