Is banana farming profitable in Kenya?

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Created: 2022-05-23 20:39:11

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In Kenya, bananas are one of the most common fruits. Banana farming is one of the most lucrative sources of income for farmers with more than 10M tons being produced in East Africa where most of them are grown by small-scale farmers.

How profitable is banana farming?

In this way, about 100 tonnes of bananas are produced from one hectare. These bananas sell between Rs 10-15 per kg. Assuming an average price of Rs 12, you will earn Rs 12 lakh. On the other hand, if we remove the cost, you get a profit of Rs 8 lakh.

How many bananas grow per acre in Kenya?

If you are planting say 1 acre, the recommended number of plants is 450 plants but for a higher plant population and for commercial purposes, you can plant 640 plants per acre. If you plant 450 plants per acre, the distance between holes is 3 metres by 3 metres.

How much is a kilo of bananas in Kenya?

Kenya bananas wholesale price The price in Kenyan Shilling is KES 190.63 per kg.

How many bananas can you grow per acre?

Banana -4000 plants per acre - square planting - 5.5 lac income planned - Farm Advice - Farming and Agriculture Community.

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