Growing Mango in Migori
Soil suitability analysis based on Migori's nutrient profile
Possible but challenging — Migori is only marginally suited to Mango. Migori's soil (pH 5.43, strongly acidic) gives Mango a suitability score of 52/100. Apply agricultural lime before planting to unlock phosphorus and lift the score.
Mango can be grown in Migori County, but the soil scores 52/100 and needs targeted management to reach full potential. At an average pH of 5.43 the soil is moderately acidic, below Mango's preferred 5.5–8.5 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 Mango's requirements, so a maintenance fertilizer programme is enough. Mango prefers sandy soils, while Migori is largely clay loam, so drainage and organic-matter management matter more here. On ShambaIQ's soil-match model, Mango is the #78 soil match of the 106 crops we assess for Migori County. Mango's full potential is about 8,000 kg/acre (~KES 80,000/acre at KES 10/kg), but at Migori's 52/100 suitability a realistic target here is closer to 5,200 kg/acre (~KES 52,000/acre) unless the constraints above are addressed.
Better matched to Migori's soil: Cassava, Macadamia, and Pineapple — each scores higher on the same soil.
Soil & climate match
| Factor | Migori soil | Mango needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 5.43 | 5.5–8.5 | Adjust |
| Nitrogen | 1.2 g/kg | min 0.5 g/kg | OK |
| Phosphorus | 12.2 mg/kg | min 6 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 |
Top dressing guide
Migori's nitrogen (1.2 g/kg) already meets Mango's 0.5 g/kg requirement, so this is a maintenance rate.
Recommended seed varieties
All 2 listed mango varieties shown — none are specifically rated for Migori's conditions. Confirm with your agrovet.
Economics
Fertilizer prices
Green = subsidized · (Commercial) per 50kg bag