Yet, the crop is one of the high-value crops grown in East Africa, especially in the lowland areas. In addition to the low adoption of especially newly released groundnut varieties, its yield has been low at 0.9 t/ha for the last decade in the East African region (FAOSTAT 2022).
Is groundnut farming profitable in East Africa?
According to the content analysis, groundnut production is an important part of agriculture in East Africa, contributing to the region¡¯s food security and economic growth. However, knowledge gaps hinder the potential yield and profitability of groundnut farming in East Africa.
Which countries produce groundnuts in East Africa?
The research systematically analyzed content by reviewing the literature on groundnut production in all East African countries, including Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi, and South Sudan.
How much groundnut can a Kenyan farmer produce per hectare?
There are many different groundnut cultivars available to Kenyan farmers. Nyanda can yield as much as one metric ton per hectare, while SC Mwenje can potentially produce up to 1.3 metric tonnes per hectare. Natal Common and Lianda, on the other hand, can yield 4000 kilograms per hectare (Safiorganic 2021).