Which county is best for Strawberry farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Strawberry need?

Strawberry grows best between pH 5.5 and 6.8. 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 Strawberry in Kenya?

A well-managed Strawberry crop yields about 6,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 200/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 1,200,000.

Best counties to grow Strawberry in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Strawberry — scored against pH 5.5–6.8 target, high nitrogen, high phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (700–1500 mm) and altitude (1500–2800 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Strawberry in Kenya are Nakuru, Narok, West Pokot, based on soil and climate suitability. Strawberry grows best at pH 5.5–6.8; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.