Vihiga county soil health report
Western Highlands agroecological zone
Soil baseline: ShambaIQ Regional Model · County average
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Soil suitability and agriculture in Vihiga County
Choosing the right inputs in Vihiga County starts with its soil chemistry. Sitting in the Western Highlands zone, Vihiga records an average soil pH of 5.62 — moderately acidic. This suits maize, beans and most staples without heavy lime correction.
On nutrients, Vihiga soils measure nitrogen at 1.02 g/kg, extractable phosphorus at 14.8 mg/kg and potassium at 164 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, Vihiga soils score highest for Sweet Potato. Get a free, Vihiga-specific fertilizer plan for your exact farm below.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the soil pH in Vihiga County?
Vihiga County has an average soil pH of 5.62 (moderately acidic to neutral). Most crops perform well at this pH without lime treatment.
What crops grow best in Vihiga County?
Based on precision soil mapping data, Vihiga soils have nitrogen at 1.02 g/kg and phosphorus at 14.8 mg/kg. Get a full ranked crop suitability list for your farm →
What fertilizer should I use in Vihiga?
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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