Smallholder Tea Farmers

Smallholder tea farmers are individual or family growers who farm relatively small plots of land primarily to produce tea. They often cultivate tea for local markets or small-scale commercial trade, using traditional or semi-modern methods. These farmers play a vital role in tea production, especially in countries like Kenya, India, and Sri Lanka, providing a significant portion of the world’s tea supply. While they may face challenges such as limited access to resources or markets, their efforts are crucial for local economies and the global tea industry.