Which county is best for Sunflower farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Sunflower need?

Sunflower grows best between pH 6 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 Sunflower in Kenya?

A well-managed Sunflower crop yields about 750 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 48/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 36,000.

Best counties to grow Sunflower in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Sunflower — scored against pH 6–7.5 target, medium nitrogen, medium phosphorus, medium potassium, plus rainfall (400–800 mm) and altitude (0–2000 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Sunflower in Kenya are Kajiado, Baringo, Machakos, based on soil and climate suitability. Sunflower grows best at pH 6–7.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.