Which county is best for Sweet Orange farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Sweet Orange need?

Sweet Orange 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 Sweet Orange in Kenya?

A well-managed Sweet Orange crop yields about 12,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 50/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 600,000.

Best counties to grow Sweet Orange in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Sweet Orange — scored against pH 6–7.5 target, high nitrogen, high phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (600–1200 mm) and altitude (0–2100 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Sweet Orange in Kenya are Uasin Gishu, Nairobi, Nakuru, based on soil and climate suitability. Sweet Orange grows best at pH 6–7.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.