Trans Nzoia county soil health report

Western Highlands agroecological zone

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Soil suitability and agriculture in Trans Nzoia County

Choosing the right inputs in Trans Nzoia County starts with its soil chemistry. Sitting in the Western Highlands zone, Trans Nzoia records an average soil pH of 5.93moderately acidic. This suits maize, beans and most staples without heavy lime correction.

On nutrients, Trans Nzoia soils measure nitrogen at 1.68 g/kg, extractable phosphorus at 27.3 mg/kg and potassium at 213 mg/kg. A basal DAP or NPK dressing at planting followed by CAN top-dressing is the usual backbone, but the exact blend and bag-per-acre rate should be tuned to these figures and your target crop. On current data, Trans Nzoia soils score highest for Kale (Sukuma Wiki). Get a free, Trans Nzoia-specific fertilizer plan for your exact farm below.

Nutrient breakdown

pH
5.93 Slightly Acidic
Total nitrogen
1.68 g/kgAdequate
Extractable phosphorus
27.3 mg/kgAdequate
Extractable potassium
213 mg/kgAdequate
Organic carbon
20.9 g/kgAdequate

Best crops for Trans Nzoia

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Wards in Trans Nzoia

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Agrovets in Trans Nzoia

Mazop Enterprises Ltd
Shop No. 29, Moi Ave, Kitale
Zaro Agrovet
Moi Ave, Kitale
Itete Trading Ltd
Near Equity Bank, Kenyatta St, Kitale
Paves Vetagro Limited (Kitale)
Moi Street, Kitale

Frequently asked questions

What is the soil pH in Trans Nzoia County?

Trans Nzoia County has an average soil pH of 5.93 (moderately acidic to neutral). Most crops perform well at this pH without lime treatment.

What crops grow best in Trans Nzoia County?

Based on precision soil mapping data, Trans Nzoia soils have nitrogen at 1.68 g/kg and phosphorus at 27.3 mg/kg. Get a full ranked crop suitability list for your farm →

What fertilizer should I use in Trans Nzoia?

Fertilizer choice depends on your target crop and exact soil conditions. Farms in the Western Highlands zone typically benefit from DAP or NPK compound at planting, followed by CAN top-dressing. Get a precise budget and bag-per-acre plan →

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