Kargi/South Horr ward
Laisamis sub-county · Marsabit county
📍 2.4770°, 37.3202° · Pop: 9,753
Kargi/South Horr ward sits in Laisamis sub-county, Marsabit County, home to about 9,753 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 Kargi/South Horr are Sisal, Green Grams, and Sorghum — see the full ranking below.
Soil mapping and farming in Kargi/South Horr Ward
Local soil characteristics in Kargi/South Horr Ward (located within Laisamis 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 Kargi/South Horr, 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.