Which county is best for Taro (Nduma) farming in Kenya?

Based on soil and climate suitability analysis, the top counties for Taro (Nduma) are West Pokot, Elgeyo Marakwet, Bomet. Scores combine soil pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium against Taro (Nduma)'s nutrient requirements, plus a rainfall and altitude multiplier that penalises counties outside the crop's climate range.

What soil pH does Taro (Nduma) need?

Taro (Nduma) grows best between pH 5.5 and 6.5. 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 Taro (Nduma) in Kenya?

A well-managed Taro (Nduma) crop yields about 7,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 90/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 630,000.

Best counties to grow Taro (Nduma) in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Taro (Nduma) — scored against pH 5.5–6.5 target, medium nitrogen, medium phosphorus, medium potassium, plus rainfall (1000–1500 mm) and altitude (0–1850 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Taro (Nduma) in Kenya are West Pokot, Elgeyo Marakwet, Bomet, based on soil and climate suitability. Taro (Nduma) grows best at pH 5.5–6.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.