Growing Sisal in Nakuru
Soil suitability analysis based on Nakuru's nutrient profile
Yes, with the right inputs — Nakuru is moderately suited to Sisal. Nakuru's soil (pH 6.28, slightly acidic) gives Sisal a suitability score of 73/100. Match fertilizer to Nakuru's nitrogen and phosphorus levels for the best result.
Nakuru County is a solid choice for Sisal, with a soil-match score of 73/100. Local soils average pH 6.28 — slightly acidic to near-neutral and inside the 5.5–8.5 band Sisal prefers, so no lime is usually required. Nitrogen (1.59 g/kg), phosphorus (25.2 mg/kg) and potassium (239 mg/kg) all meet Sisal's requirements, so a maintenance fertilizer programme is enough. Sisal prefers sandy soils, while Nakuru is largely clay loam, so drainage and organic-matter management matter more here. On ShambaIQ's soil-match model, Sisal is the #81 soil match of the 106 crops we assess for Nakuru County. At current prices (about KES 90/kg) and a typical 1,000 kg/acre yield, a well-managed Sisal crop here can gross roughly KES 90,000 per acre.
Soil & climate match
| Factor | Nakuru soil | Sisal needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 6.28 | 5.5–8.5 | OK |
| Nitrogen | 1.59 g/kg | min 0.5 g/kg | OK |
| Phosphorus | 25.2 mg/kg | min 6 mg/kg | OK |
| Potassium | 239 mg/kg | min 100 mg/kg | OK |
| Rainfall | 900 mm | 250–700 mm | High |
| Altitude | 1,750 m | 0–1,800 m | OK |
Top dressing guide
Nakuru's nitrogen reads 1.59 g/kg, but the rate stays at zero: Sisal is not top-dressed, for the crop-specific reason above.
Seed varieties for Nakuru
Varieties suited to Nakuru's 1,750 m altitude and 900 mm annual rainfall — 1 of 1 sisal varieties we list.
Economics
Fertilizer prices
Green = subsidized · (Commercial) per 50kg bag