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Tea Production

Tea production is a complex process that involves several stages and requires careful cultivation and processing techniques. It begins with the cultivation of tea plants, which are primarily grown in warm and humid climates. The most common types of tea plants are Camellia sinensis and Camellia assamica, which are grown in countries like China, India, Sri Lanka, and Kenya.

Tea plants are usually grown in tea gardens or plantations, where the soil is rich in nutrients and drains well. They require a specific amount of rainfall, temperature, and sunlight to thrive. The plants are typically maintained at a waist height for ease of plucking and pruning.

Once the plants reach maturity, they are ready for plucking. Tea leaves are usually plucked by hand, although some regions also use mechanical plucking. The quality of tea greatly depends on the skill of the pluckers, who carefully select the right leaves for processing.

After plucking, the tea leaves undergo several processing steps. The most common types of tea are black tea, green tea, white tea, oolong tea, and pu-erh tea, each requiring its own unique processing method.

For black tea production, the freshly plucked tea leaves are withered to reduce moisture content. They are then rolled to release enzymes and promote oxidation, which gives black tea its characteristic flavor and color. The leaves are then fermented, dried, and sorted. Green tea, on the other hand, is not oxidized but instead steamed or pan-fried to preserve its natural freshness and green color.

White tea is made from young tea buds and undergoes minimal processing. The buds are dried and sorted to produce a delicate and subtle flavor. Oolong tea is partially oxidized and undergoes a complex process of withering, rolling, and drying. Pu-erh tea is fermented and aged over several years, resulting in a rich and earthy flavor.

Once processed, the tea leaves are sorted based on their size, shape, and quality. They are then packaged for distribution and sale. The entire process requires strict quality control measures to ensure the final product meets the desired standards.

Tea production is a labor-intensive industry that employs thousands of workers worldwide. It plays a significant role in the economy of many tea-producing countries. The consumption of tea has also grown worldwide, with various types of tea gaining popularity due to their unique flavors and health benefits.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global tea market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 667 - Tea

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Unilever, Pickwick, Akbar Tea, Ahmad Tea, Ringtons, Tata Global Beverages, Associated British Foods, Dilmah Ceylon Tea Company PLC, Bushells, Madame Flavour, M. M. Ispahani Limited, Matte Leao, DavidsTea, Teekanne, Restaurant Brands International, Ten Fu Group, Betjeman & Barton, Fauchon, Kusmi Tea, Laduree, Le Palais des Thes, Mariage Freres, TeaGschwendner, Teekampagne, Teabox, Luk Yu, Godrej Tea, Gujarat Tea Processors & Packers Ltd, Limtex, Society Tea, Madhu Jayanti International, Sariwangi, Barry's Tea, Bewley's, Wissotzky Tea, Harada Tea Processing Co., Ito En, BOH Tea Plantation, Giribandhu Tea Estate, Sabah Tea, Rakura tea, Zealong, Tapal Tea, TWG Tea, Alghazaleen Tea, BPL Teas, Heladiv, Mlesna, Caykur, American Tea Room, Argo Tea, Bigelow Tea Company

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Yield And Growth
12. Exports And Growth
13. Export Prices And Growth
14. Market Size And Growth
15. Per Capita Consumption
16. Imports And Growth
17. Import Prices
18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
20. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
21. Yield, 2012–2023
22. Production, By Country, 2023
23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2023
25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
38. Export Prices, 2012–2023