Butiye ward
Moyale sub-county · Marsabit county
📍 3.4225°, 38.9824° · Pop: 17,542
Butiye ward sits in Moyale sub-county, Marsabit County, home to about 17,542 people. Working from Marsabit County soil averages, the profile is pH 8.2 (alkaline), nitrogen 0.52 g/kg, phosphorus 37.3 mg/kg and potassium 420.0 mg/kg. The alkaline pH can restrict micronutrient uptake, so watch for zinc and iron deficiency. Based on this soil, the strongest-scoring crops for Butiye are Sisal, Green Grams, and Sorghum — see the full ranking below.
Soil mapping and farming in Butiye Ward
Local soil characteristics in Butiye Ward (located within Moyale sub-county, Marsabit County) play a vital role in determining agricultural productivity. The soil analysis indicates a pH of 8.2, paired with nitrogen levels of 0.52 g/kg and phosphorus levels of 37.3 mg/kg. For farmers in Butiye, matching seed varieties to local climatic conditions and using fertilizer programs tailored to these exact satellite-measured soil properties is key to avoiding yield deficiencies and reducing fertilizer wastage.