Which county is best for Turmeric farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Turmeric need?

Turmeric grows best between pH 5.5 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 Turmeric in Kenya?

A well-managed Turmeric crop yields about 6,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 80/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 480,000.

Best counties to grow Turmeric in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Turmeric — scored against pH 5.5–7.5 target, high nitrogen, high phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (1000–2000 mm) and altitude (0–1500 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Turmeric in Kenya are West Pokot, Mombasa, Bungoma, based on soil and climate suitability. Turmeric grows best at pH 5.5–7.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.