Growing Cotton in Nandi
Soil suitability analysis based on Nandi's nutrient profile
Suitability Score
Soil Match Analysis
| Nutrient | Nandi Soil | Cotton Needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 6.17 | 5.8–8 | ✓ OK |
| Nitrogen | 1.37 g/kg | medium | medium |
| Phosphorus | 26.4 mg/kg | medium | medium |
| Potassium | 207 mg/kg | medium | medium |
Top Dressing Guide
Product
CAN
Timing
Week 4–6 after emergence
Instruction
Apply at squaring stage for boll development.
Bags per Acre
0.5
Recommended Seed Varieties
KSA 81MDryland/Medium
KALRO · 150-180 days · 10-15 bags/acre
Medium staple; adapted to western Kenya conditions.
HART 89MDryland
KALRO · 140-170 days · 8-12 bags/acre
Good lint quality; tolerant to bacterial blight.
Economics
Market priceKES 60/kg
Expected yield1,000 kg/acre
Estimated revenueKES 60,000/acre
Soil textureClay
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