International Tea Day

Pesticides are just one of the ways tea farms are trying to combat termites. In this two-part series, we'll be exploring how tea farms are combating an onslaught from a variety of pests . We start with a look at the issue of tea termites. Check out part two for a deep dive into greenflies. In the verdant tea gardens of northeast India , a stealthy adversary has launched a surreptitious assault, wreaking havoc on the lush tea plants of the Brahmaputra and Barak valleys. Like an insidious underground army, termites are ravaging the tea bushes, leaving in their wake a trail of desolation and destruction. Ironically, this onslaught occurs even as scientists have previously unleashed a legion of assassin bugs to devour the tea mosquito bug and other pests that have long plagued the tea plants. These Reduviid [Sycanus collaris] insects are predatory in nature and feed on looper and tea mosquitoes, and scientists have strongly believed that this biological war against the tea bugs would...

A deep dive into the world of blended and flavored teas , challenging common misconceptions and exploring the incredible potential they offer for your business. Misconceptions surrounding blended and flavored teas have persisted for far too long. Let's dive deep into the world of blended and flavored teas, challenging common misconceptions and exploring the incredible potential they offer for your business. Debunking the Myths A prevalent misconception is that creating a well-composed blended or flavored tea is simple, and only done to hide the taste of cheap tea. However, the truth is far more complex. Skilled blenders combine various ingredients with precision and creativity. They must balance flavors, aromas, and visual appeal to craft a consistent product that meets and exceeds consumer expectations. This process requires expertise as well as a deep understanding of tea, herbs, flavor interactions, marketing, and large-scale blending procedures. Another common thought is th...