Growing Chilies in Migori
Soil suitability analysis based on Migori's nutrient profile
Yes, with the right inputs — Migori is moderately suited to Chilies. Migori's soil (pH 5.43, strongly acidic) gives Chilies a suitability score of 55/100. Apply agricultural lime before planting to unlock phosphorus and lift the score.
Chilies can be grown in Migori County, but the soil scores 55/100 and needs targeted management to reach full potential. At an average pH of 5.43 the soil is moderately acidic, below Chilies's preferred 6–7.5 range; agricultural lime will lift pH and unlock phosphorus the crop cannot otherwise access. Nitrogen (1.2 g/kg), phosphorus (12.2 mg/kg) and potassium (169 mg/kg) all meet Chilies's requirements, so a maintenance fertilizer programme is enough. Chilies prefers sandy loam soils, while Migori is largely clay loam, so drainage and organic-matter management matter more here. Chilies's full potential is about 2,500 kg/acre (~KES 412,500/acre at KES 165/kg), but at Migori's 55/100 suitability a realistic target here is closer to 1,719 kg/acre (~KES 283,635/acre) unless the constraints above are addressed.
Soil & climate match
| Factor | Migori soil | Chilies needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 5.43 | 6–7.5 | Adjust |
| Nitrogen | 1.2 g/kg | min 0.8 g/kg | OK |
| Phosphorus | 12.2 mg/kg | min 12 mg/kg | OK |
| Potassium | 169 mg/kg | min 150 mg/kg | OK |
| Rainfall | 1,400 mm | 500–1,200 mm | High |
| Altitude | 1,300 m | 0–1,200 m | High |
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