Assam is the largest tea-producing state in India. In India, the Tea Board of India is responsible for the production of tea, certification, export of tea and many other aspects of the tea trade in India. This article will briefly throw light on the tea-producing states of India and share general details about tea cultivation.
Tea Cultivation in India
Apart from Assam, the other major tea-producing states in India are West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka. Tea is also grown in other states of India such as Sikkim, Uttarakhand, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, and Mizoram.
In India, the tea industry is a major labour-intensive employment generation sector. The tea industry in India requires abundant cheap and skilled labour.
Tea Exports
- In India, the tea industry is the major foreign exchange earner.
- Tea from India is exported to countries such as Russia, Iran, Germany, Bangladesh, UAE, Poland, and Pakistan.
Tea Cultivation – Interesting Information
- Tea originated in Southwest China, Northeast India, Tibet, and North Burma region.
- Tea cultivation is an example of plantation agriculture.
- Tea is cultivated around the world today, mostly in tropical and subtropical regions.
- Tea requires deep and fertile well-drained soil, rich in humus, and organic matter.
- All around the year, the tea bushes require a moist-free and warm climate.
- The continuous growth of tender leaves is ensured when there are frequent showers distributed over the year.
- To restore the freshness, tea is processed within the tea garden.
Related Links
- Tea Board of India – Organising Committee and Responsibilities
- Major Cropping Seasons in India: UPSC Geography Notes
- List of Geographical Indications [GI Tags] in India
- Major Crops India for UPSC IAS Prelims Examination
- Agriculture Revolutions – List of Agricultural Revolutions in India
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1
Which state was the largest producer of tea in India in 2021?
In 2021, Assam was the largest producer of tea in India.
Q2
Which country is the largest producer of tea in the world?
China is the largest producer of tea in the world. India is the world’s 2nd largest producer of tea. The other top tea-producing countries in the world are Kenya, Sri Lanka, Turkey, Indonesia, Vietnam, Japan, Iran, and Argentina.
Q3
Which state is famous for tea?
The states in India which are famous for its tea are predominantly Assam and West Bengal.
Q4
Which city is famous for tea?
Jorhat in Assam is famous for tea. It is popularly known as the tea capital of the world. It is the main centre of tea cultivation.
Q5
Is Andhra Pradesh a tea-producing state?
Andhra Pradesh is a tea-producing state. Coffee is also grown in Andhra Pradesh. Karnataka is also a major tea-producing state in South India.
