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Kenya Tea Industry Performance Highlights for 2025 August

Tea production continued to decline with output during the month of August 2025 dropping by 4.55% (1.75 Million Kgs) from 38.62 Million Kgs recorded during the same period of 2024 to 36.87 Million Kgs. The output for August was also lower compared to production of 39.04 Million Kgs recorded during the month of July and 42.41 million Kgs registered during the month of June 2024. This was also the lowest monthly production recorded during the eight-month period of 2025.

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Up 14% from 2023

Latest News and Events

21 March 2025

Kenyan Tea Sector fetes Women in Tea

13 March 2025

Agriculture CS Hon. Mutahi Kagwe Press Release on the Various Challenges Affecting the Tea Industry on 13th March 2024

04 December 2024

New markets push tea exports up despite production setback

03 December 2024

Farmers Sensitization on Tea Quality Production in West of Rift Valley - Kenya

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GI journey in frames

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GI journey in frames A photo dump of the journey
Origin. Identity. Kenyan tea.
GI loading...
#kenyatea KTDA Holdings Limited #KenyaAgriculture #france #HeritageMatters #teaoforigin 1 Comments

Good job 👍

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Kenya’s Orthodox Tea Momentum Keeps Rising!
The Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) has taken another bold step in transforming the tea industry with a high-impact Onsite Training for Black Orthodox Tea Makers at Gitugi Tea Factory (25–27 Nov 2025).
This initiative strengthens TBK’s core agenda:
1. Driving product diversification to reduce reliance Read More 11 Comments

Hope all this will fatten the farmers walletTrain pluckers not managersTrain farmers too

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post GI Study: Benchmarking Excellence at Kenya's Top Factories
The journey toward positioning Kenyan tea as a globally protected product continued today with strategic visits to Browns Plantations in Kenya , Ketepa Ltd and KTDA Holdings Limited Tea Factory, key sites contributing to Kenya’s emerging tea identity.
As part of the Read More 3 Comments

That was good mdm Judy. I trust that the image of Ketepa was elevated given our great recognition as a Read MoreMogogosiek Tea Factories, needs audit and GI registration.How can we participate in this

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Field to Market: Mapping Quality for Kenyan GI Success
The journey to elevate Kenyan tea into the global spotlight continues, with today’s focus on Momul Tea Factory, Sasini PLC, and Evergreen Tea Factory, key sites in the ongoing feasibility study supported by AFD France and the French Embassy in Kenya.
As part Read More 4 Comments

I want to join youLinda Princess Lynne Langat good work dear

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Progress continues in shaping a Geographical Indication (GI) for Kericho-grown tea.
Today, the Tea Board of Kenya team, together with CIRAD researchers, Equity Bank, and industry partners, visited the Kenya Tea Growers Association (KTGA) and Bureti Tea Factory to deepen discussions on the region’s unique tea identity and the potential benefits Read More 3 Comments

At the end of it 14 bob in bonus.Any KTDA factory visited?We need it too in chebut

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Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post

Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Elevating Kenyan Tea: Research Paves the Way for GI
The journey to elevate Kenyan tea continues! Today, the team conducting the Geographical Indication (GI) feasibility study supported by AFD France and the French Embassy in Kenya shifted focus to the Tea Research Institute.
This crucial visit allowed the team to engage with Read More 1 Comments

Tea Board of Kenya fikeni Ndarawetta Tea Factory Ltd pia

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Orthodox Tea Training at Gitugi!25–27 Nov 2025Producers focus on:✅ Leaf quality & processing....

Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Orthodox Tea Training at Gitugi!
25–27 Nov 2025
Producers focus on:
✅ Leaf quality & processing
✅ Market trends & buyer feedback
✅ Grading for global standards
Setting the bar for world-class tea!
#KenyaTea #QualityTea #TeaProducers #TeaExcellence
KTDA Holdings Limited East African Tea Trade Association Willie Kmutai 2 Comments

Lopsided supposed national organization

Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya Bernard Rono Last year 17th - 19th December 2024, this meeting was conducted at Siomo Tea Factory. This year, the Read Morewhat are procedure of manufacturing or requirements of processing orthodox tea?

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Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post

Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Kenya Tea & Dubai Islamic Bank: Unlocking Bigger Trade at Gulfood 2026
A new partnership to boost Kenya’s tea trade at Gulfood 2026 was agreed today in Nairobi during a meeting between the Tea Board of Kenya CEO Willie Kmutai and Fawzan Chaudhri, Head Corporate Banking Dubai Islamic Bank - Read More 2 Comments

Paying farmers poorly, shame on them 😭😞We request you still farmers have not received the fertilizer

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

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With a 60% bonus decrease to farmers what a joke?

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Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post

Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Githongo: Where Equatorial Excellence Meets the Future of Kenyan GI Tea
Githongo Tea Factory in Meru County stands as a powerful example of how equatorial geography produces exceptional, year-round tea. Nestled in the cool, high-altitude Imenti region, its tea grows slowly under strong UV light, creating rich compounds and a bright, Read More 10 Comments

Next time visit kionyo tea factory around Mt Kenya for betterTry to visit tegat factory,,, you see great things in our companyHawa ndo wanafnya mouth tasting?

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

GI journey in frames A photo dump of the journey
Origin. Identity. Kenyan tea.
GI loading...
#kenyatea KTDA Holdings Limited #KenyaAgriculture #france #HeritageMatters #teaoforigin 1 Comments

Good job 👍

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Kenya’s Orthodox Tea Momentum Keeps Rising!
The Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) has taken another bold step in transforming the tea industry with a high-impact Onsite Training for Black Orthodox Tea Makers at Gitugi Tea Factory (25–27 Nov 2025).
This initiative strengthens TBK’s core agenda:
1. Driving product diversification to reduce reliance on bulk CTC
2. Boosting quality and value addition so Kenyan orthodox teas can compete globally
3. Empowering factories and farmers to earn more through premium, specialty teas
Producers were trained on Good Manufacturing Practices, grading, quality evaluation, emerging processing technologies, and market-driven innovation. The forum also connected factory managers, Karatina University experts, and major buyers, ensuring collaboration across the entire value chain.
With global demand for orthodox tea growing, TBK is paving the way for better prices, broader markets, and higher incomes for Kenyan tea farmers.
#KenyanTea #FarmerFirst #OrthodoxTea #ValueAddition #TeaInnovation #ProductDiversification #KenyaAgriculture KTDA Holdings Limited East African Tea Trade Association Karatina University 11 Comments

Hope all this will fatten the farmers walletTrain pluckers not managersTrain farmers too

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post GI Study: Benchmarking Excellence at Kenya's Top Factories
The journey toward positioning Kenyan tea as a globally protected product continued today with strategic visits to Browns Plantations in Kenya , Ketepa Ltd and KTDA Holdings Limited Tea Factory, key sites contributing to Kenya’s emerging tea identity.
As part of the ongoing Geographical Indication (GI) feasibility study supported by AFD France and the French Embassy in Kenya, the team explored how tea quality, processing traditions, farming environments, and regional soil-climate characteristics shape the uniqueness of Kenyan tea particularly teas grown within Kericho’s world-renowned highlands.
Insights from today’s discussions highlighted the importance of value addition, brand heritage, and localized processing techniques that contribute to the distinct character of Kenyan tea. These findings will support future GI certification efforts, collective branding, and positioning strategies that elevate Kenya’s presence within the global premium tea market.
#KenyanTea #KerichoTea #TeaOfOrigin #GeographicalIndication #AFD CIRAD TeaBranding SustainableAgriculture BrownsPlantationKenya FahariYaKenya MotigoTeaFactory GlobalTeaMarket 3 Comments

That was good mdm Judy. I trust that the image of Ketepa was elevated given our great recognition as a Read MoreMogogosiek Tea Factories, needs audit and GI registration.How can we participate in this

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Field to Market: Mapping Quality for Kenyan GI Success
The journey to elevate Kenyan tea into the global spotlight continues, with today’s focus on Momul Tea Factory, Sasini PLC, and Evergreen Tea Factory, key sites in the ongoing feasibility study supported by AFD France and the French Embassy in Kenya.
As part of exploring Geographical Indication (GI) for high-quality Kenyan teas, the team visited these pivotal factories to assess origin-linked attributes and understand how regional processing, climate, and quality protocols influence tea identity.
During today’s visits, the team engaged with managers and stakeholders to gain deeper insights into the distinctive features of teas from these regions and to explore opportunities for GI certification, collective trademark registration, and market positioning strategies aimed at strengthening Kenya’s presence in premium global tea markets.
#KenyanTea #TeaOfOrigin #GeographicalIndication #CIRAD #AFD #SustainableAgriculture #TeaBranding #GlobalTeaMarket #MomulTeaFactory #SasiniPLC #Evergreen 4 Comments

I want to join youLinda Princess Lynne Langat good work dear

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Progress continues in shaping a Geographical Indication (GI) for Kericho-grown tea.
Today, the Tea Board of Kenya team, together with CIRAD researchers, Equity Bank, and industry partners, visited the Kenya Tea Growers Association (KTGA) and Bureti Tea Factory to deepen discussions on the region’s unique tea identity and the potential benefits of GI protection.
Kericho’s long-standing heritage in tea production, favourable climate, and deep community ties make it a strong candidate for a GI framework that can enhance value, safeguard authenticity, and strengthen local livelihoods.
A step forward in recognising and protecting the distinct character of Kericho tea.
#TeaExcellence #teatime #CIRAD #kenyatea 3 Comments

At the end of it 14 bob in bonus.Any KTDA factory visited?We need it too in chebut

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Elevating Kenyan Tea: Research Paves the Way for GI
The journey to elevate Kenyan tea continues! Today, the team conducting the Geographical Indication (GI) feasibility study supported by AFD France and the French Embassy in Kenya shifted focus to the Tea Research Institute.
This crucial visit allowed the team to engage with top scientists to deepen their understanding of the origin-linked attributes that define premium Kenyan tea, including research into unique clones and sustainable agricultural practices. By analyzing the scientific data provided by TRI, the study is building a robust, national-level case for GI certification, collective trademark registration, and strengthening Kenya's position in global premium tea markets.
#KenyanTea #TeaOfOrigin #GeographicalIndication #CIRAD #AFD #SustainableAgriculture #TeaBranding #GlobalTeaMarket #TeaResearchInstitute 1 Comments

Tea Board of Kenya fikeni Ndarawetta Tea Factory Ltd pia

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Orthodox Tea Training at Gitugi!
25–27 Nov 2025
Producers focus on:
✅ Leaf quality & processing
✅ Market trends & buyer feedback
✅ Grading for global standards
Setting the bar for world-class tea!
#KenyaTea #QualityTea #TeaProducers #TeaExcellence
KTDA Holdings Limited East African Tea Trade Association Willie Kmutai 2 Comments

Lopsided supposed national organization

Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya Bernard Rono Last year 17th - 19th December 2024, this meeting was conducted at Siomo Tea Factory. This year, the Read Morewhat are procedure of manufacturing or requirements of processing orthodox tea?

31 Likes

Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Kenya Tea & Dubai Islamic Bank: Unlocking Bigger Trade at Gulfood 2026
A new partnership to boost Kenya’s tea trade at Gulfood 2026 was agreed today in Nairobi during a meeting between the Tea Board of Kenya CEO Willie Kmutai and Fawzan Chaudhri, Head Corporate Banking Dubai Islamic Bank - Kenya. The collaboration will provide exhibitors and buyers with fast-track trade finance, Letters of Credit, pre- and post-shipment financing, FX support and on-site payment solutions. Exporters will also access simplified SME onboarding and logistics/warehouse financing in Dubai. A joint TBK–Dubai Bank Trade Desk at the Kenya Pavilion will offer matchmaking, account opening and real-time deal facilitation to ensure smooth, secure and accelerated Kenya tea trade at the Expo.
#KenyaTea #Gulfood2026 #DubaiBank #TeaTrade #KenyaExports #TeaIndustry #TradeFinance #BuyKenya** 2 Comments

Paying farmers poorly, shame on them 😭😞We request you still farmers have not received the fertilizer

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

1 Comments

With a 60% bonus decrease to farmers what a joke?

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Tea Board of Kenya

Tea Board of Kenya

Photos from Tea Board of Kenya's post Githongo: Where Equatorial Excellence Meets the Future of Kenyan GI Tea
Githongo Tea Factory in Meru County stands as a powerful example of how equatorial geography produces exceptional, year-round tea. Nestled in the cool, high-altitude Imenti region, its tea grows slowly under strong UV light, creating rich compounds and a bright, full-bodied flavor. Coupled with nutrient-rich volcanic soils and naturally low pest pressure, meaning no agrochemicals
Githongo’s tea consistently ranks among Kenya’s finest, recently earning top prices at the Mombasa auction.
This unique terroir drew the attention of GI researchers from CIRAD, together with officials from the Tea Board of Kenya, Equity Group, and KTDA who visited Githongo to explore the potential for a Geographical Indication (GI) for teas grown around the Aberdares and the broader Mt. Kenya region. Such a GI would formally recognize and protect the distinct quality created by the region’s climate, altitude, soils, and traditional practices.
A GI designation could elevate Kenya teas onto the global stage, ensuring authenticity, higher value, and stronger community benefits for generations.
#KenyanTea #GithongoTea #MtKenyaGI #TeaInnovation
#CIRAD
#KTDA
#EquityGroup #MeruTea #EquatorialTea 10 Comments

Next time visit kionyo tea factory around Mt Kenya for betterTry to visit tegat factory,,, you see great things in our companyHawa ndo wanafnya mouth tasting?

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