Which county is best for Wheat farming in Kenya?

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

What soil pH does Wheat need?

Wheat 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 Wheat in Kenya?

A well-managed Wheat crop yields about 2,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 50/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 100,000.

Best counties to grow Wheat in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Wheat — scored against pH 6–7.5 target, high nitrogen, high phosphorus, medium potassium, plus rainfall (450–950 mm) and altitude (1800–3000 m) requirements.

Click any county to see the full fertilizer plan, planting calendar, and seed varieties.

Quick answer

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