Which county is best for Sweet Corn farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Sweet Corn need?

Sweet Corn grows best between pH 5.8 and 7. 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 Sweet Corn in Kenya?

A well-managed Sweet Corn crop yields about 8,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 40/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 320,000.

Best counties to grow Sweet Corn in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Sweet Corn — scored against pH 5.8–7 target, high nitrogen, high phosphorus, medium potassium, plus rainfall (500–1200 mm) and altitude (0–2200 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Sweet Corn in Kenya are Nakuru, Uasin Gishu, Baringo, based on soil and climate suitability. Sweet Corn grows best at pH 5.8–7; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.