Growing Finger Millet in Kakamega
Soil suitability analysis based on Kakamega's nutrient profile
Suitability Score
Soil Match Analysis
| Nutrient | Kakamega Soil | Finger Millet Needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 5.63 | 5–7 | ✓ OK |
| Nitrogen | 1.01 g/kg | low | low |
| Phosphorus | 14 mg/kg | low | low |
| Potassium | 147 mg/kg | low | low |
Top Dressing Guide
Product
CAN
Timing
Week 3–4 after germination
Instruction
One light application at vegetative stage. Do not over-apply.
Bags per Acre
0.3
Recommended Seed Varieties
P224Dryland/Medium
KALRO · 75-90 days · 6-8 bags/acre
Early maturing; blast disease tolerant.
U15Medium
KALRO · 90-100 days · 8-10 bags/acre
High yielding; good grain quality for flour.
Economics
Market priceKES 100/kg
Expected yield600 kg/acre
Estimated revenueKES 60,000/acre
Soil textureSandy
Fertilizer Prices
DAP
KES 2,500(6,500)
CAN
KES 2,500(4,500)
NPK 17:17:17
KES 2,500(5,600)
Urea
KES 2,500(5,500)
Lime
KES 1,500(1,800)
Green = subsidized · (Commercial) per 50kg bag