Growing Dhania in Tharaka Nithi
Soil suitability analysis based on Tharaka Nithi's nutrient profile
Yes, with the right inputs — Tharaka Nithi is moderately suited to Dhania. Tharaka Nithi's soil (pH 4.99, strongly acidic) gives Dhania a suitability score of 64/100. Apply agricultural lime before planting to unlock phosphorus and lift the score.
Tharaka Nithi County is a solid choice for Dhania, with a soil-match score of 64/100. At an average pH of 4.99 the soil is strongly acidic, below Dhania's preferred 6–7.5 range; agricultural lime will lift pH and unlock phosphorus the crop cannot otherwise access. Nitrogen (1.23 g/kg), phosphorus (19.6 mg/kg) and potassium (211 mg/kg) all meet Dhania's requirements, so a maintenance fertilizer programme is enough. The county's predominantly sandy loam soils suit Dhania, which favours loam. Dhania's full potential is about 1,500 kg/acre (~KES 112,500/acre at KES 75/kg), but at Tharaka Nithi's 64/100 suitability a realistic target here is closer to 1,200 kg/acre (~KES 90,000/acre) unless the constraints above are addressed.
Soil & climate match
| Factor | Tharaka Nithi soil | Dhania needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 4.99 | 6–7.5 | Adjust |
| Nitrogen | 1.23 g/kg | min 0.5 g/kg | OK |
| Phosphorus | 19.6 mg/kg | min 6 mg/kg | OK |
| Potassium | 211 mg/kg | min 100 mg/kg | OK |
| Rainfall | 900 mm | 500–1,000 mm | OK |
| Altitude | 1,100 m | 0–2,500 m | OK |
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