Growing Rice (Upland) in West Pokot
Soil suitability analysis based on West Pokot's nutrient profile
West Pokot County is a solid choice for Rice (Upland), with a soil-match score of 70/100. Local soils average pH 6.04 — slightly acidic to near-neutral and inside the 5–7 band Rice (Upland) prefers, so no lime is usually required. Nitrogen (1.67 g/kg), phosphorus (24.8 mg/kg) and potassium (211 mg/kg) all meet Rice (Upland)'s requirements, so a maintenance fertilizer programme is enough. Rice (Upland) prefers clay soils, while West Pokot is largely sandy loam, so drainage and organic-matter management matter more here. At current prices (about KES 105/kg) and a typical 1,600 kg/acre yield, a well-managed Rice (Upland) crop here can gross roughly KES 168,000 per acre.
Soil match analysis
| Nutrient | West Pokot soil | Rice (Upland) needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 6.04 | 5–7 | OK |
| Nitrogen | 1.67 g/kg | min 1.2 g/kg | OK |
| Phosphorus | 24.8 mg/kg | min 12 mg/kg | OK |
| Potassium | 211 mg/kg | min 150 mg/kg | OK |
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