Potential of agriculture in Laikipia

Stanley Njenga
Jul 21, 2016
1 min read

The agricultural potential in the county is quite prospective as characterized by highly potential farming lands particularly in the South Western parts of the county. The total area under crops is about 1,984 Km2 of which 80 per cent is under food crops. Over 60 per cent of households derive their livelihood from agricultural activities.

The main crops grown include wheat, maize, beans, potatoes and vegetables. Maize takes about 51per cent of the total planted area.