Turbi ward
North Horr sub-county · Marsabit county
📍 2.4870°, 38.3960° · Pop: 10,336
Turbi ward sits in North Horr sub-county, Marsabit County, home to about 10,336 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 Turbi are Sisal, Green Grams, and Sorghum — see the full ranking below.
Soil mapping and farming in Turbi Ward
Local soil characteristics in Turbi Ward (located within North Horr 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 Turbi, 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.