Value Addition in Tea Processing

Value addition in tea processing refers to steps taken to enhance the quality, flavor, and presentation of raw tea leaves, making them more appealing and valuable to consumers. This includes processes like withering, rolling, oxidation, fermentation, and drying, which develop the tea’s aroma and taste. Additional packaging, grading, and quality checks further increase the product's market worth. Overall, value addition transforms simple tea leaves into a variety of premium products, boosting their market appeal and profitability for producers and sellers.