Growing Macadamia in Meru
Soil suitability analysis based on Meru's nutrient profile
Suitability Score
Soil Match Analysis
| Nutrient | Meru Soil | Macadamia Needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 4.88 | 5–6.5 | ⚠ Adjust |
| Nitrogen | 1.22 g/kg | medium | medium |
| Phosphorus | 20.3 mg/kg | medium | medium |
| Potassium | 218 mg/kg | medium | medium |
Top Dressing Guide
Product
CAN
Timing
Start of rains (biannual)
Instruction
Apply in ring around drip line. Young trees need less.
Bags per Acre
0.5
Recommended Seed Varieties
KRG 15Medium/Highland
KALRO · 1000-1500 days · 30-50 bags/acre
High nut recovery; suited to central highlands.
Embu 1Medium/Highland
KALRO · 1000-1500 days · 25-45 bags/acre
Good kernel quality; moderate yield.
Economics
Market priceKES 150/kg
Expected yield2,000 kg/acre
Estimated revenueKES 300,000/acre
Soil textureLoam
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