Growing Cowpeas in Nakuru
Soil suitability analysis based on Nakuru's nutrient profile
Suitability Score
Soil Match Analysis
| Nutrient | Nakuru Soil | Cowpeas Needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 6.28 | 5–7.5 | ✓ OK |
| Nitrogen | 1.59 g/kg | low | low |
| Phosphorus | 25.2 mg/kg | low | low |
| Potassium | 239 mg/kg | low | low |
Top Dressing Guide
Product
None
Timing
None required
Instruction
Cowpeas fix atmospheric Nitrogen. No top dressing needed.
Bags per Acre
0
Recommended Seed Varieties
KVU 27-1Dryland
KALRO · 60-70 days · 4-6 bags/acre
Dual purpose (grain and fodder); drought tolerant.
M66Dryland/Medium
KALRO · 55-65 days · 5-8 bags/acre
Early maturing; resistant to aphids and pod borers.
Economics
Market priceKES 80/kg
Expected yield400 kg/acre
Estimated revenueKES 32,000/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