Growing Dhania in Kakamega
Soil suitability analysis based on Kakamega's nutrient profile
Possible but challenging — Kakamega is only marginally suited to Dhania. Kakamega's soil (pH 5.63, slightly acidic) gives Dhania a suitability score of 42/100. Match fertilizer to Kakamega's nitrogen and phosphorus levels for the best result.
Kakamega County is a challenging environment for Dhania (soil-match score 42/100) and will need significant amendment before planting. At an average pH of 5.63 the soil is slightly acidic to near-neutral, below Dhania's preferred 6–7.5 range; agricultural lime will lift pH and unlock phosphorus the crop cannot otherwise access. Nitrogen (1.01 g/kg), phosphorus (14 mg/kg) and potassium (147 mg/kg) all meet Dhania's requirements, so a maintenance fertilizer programme is enough. The county's predominantly clay loam soils suit Dhania, which favours loam. Dhania's full potential is about 1,500 kg/acre (~KES 112,500/acre at KES 75/kg), but at Kakamega's 42/100 suitability a realistic target here is closer to 788 kg/acre (~KES 59,100/acre) unless the constraints above are addressed.
Soil & climate match
| Factor | Kakamega soil | Dhania needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 5.63 | 6–7.5 | Adjust |
| Nitrogen | 1.01 g/kg | min 0.5 g/kg | OK |
| Phosphorus | 14 mg/kg | min 6 mg/kg | OK |
| Potassium | 147 mg/kg | min 100 mg/kg | OK |
| Rainfall | 1,900 mm | 500–1,000 mm | High |
| Altitude | 1,500 m | 0–2,500 m | OK |
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