Growing Rice (Upland) in Samburu
Soil suitability analysis based on Samburu's nutrient profile
Suitability Score
Soil Match Analysis
| Nutrient | Samburu Soil | Rice (Upland) Needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 8.28 | 5–7 | ⚠ Adjust |
| Nitrogen | 0.67 g/kg | high | high |
| Phosphorus | 42.1 mg/kg | medium | medium |
| Potassium | 387 mg/kg | medium | medium |
Top Dressing Guide
Product
Urea
Timing
Tillering and panicle initiation
Instruction
Split into 2 applications. Flooding helps N uptake.
Bags per Acre
1
Recommended Seed Varieties
NERICA 1Medium
WARDA/KALRO · 90-100 days · 15-20 bags/acre
Upland adapted; drought tolerant; good grain quality.
NERICA 10Medium/Dryland
WARDA/KALRO · 100-110 days · 12-18 bags/acre
Resistant to blast; good milling quality.
Economics
Market priceKES 120/kg
Expected yield2,000 kg/acre
Estimated revenueKES 240,000/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