In short: Rema Tea Estate is a black tea producer in Habiganj, Bangladesh, operated by Rema Tea Estate and employing a workforce of 540.
Rema Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in the Habiganj region of Bangladesh, at an elevation of 22 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Rema Tea Estate and employs a workforce of 540. No supply relationships with international buyers have been recorded in available trade data.
Terroir & Climate
At 22 metres above sea level, Rema Tea Estate occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of the Habiganj district in northeastern Bangladesh. Estates at this latitude and elevation typically experience a tropical climate with high humidity and significant monsoon rainfall, conditions that generally support vigorous vegetative growth throughout much of the year. The minimal altitude means that temperature variation between day and night tends to be modest, and the growing season is typically long, with little dormancy.
Tea cultivation at such low elevations in Bangladesh often benefits from alluvial soils and ample water availability, though the lack of altitude can mean that leaf maturation proceeds relatively quickly. Estates in this region generally contend with high temperatures and must manage canopy shade and plucking frequency accordingly. The flatland geography and tropical conditions tend to favour volume production of robust, full-bodied teas suited to blending and domestic consumption.
Tea Produced
Rema Tea Estate produces black tea. Estates in Habiganj at low elevation typically yield teas with a strong, malty character and good body, often described as brisk and full-flavoured. The warm, humid growing conditions tend to produce leaf that processes into bold, assertive liquors with deep colour, well suited to milk and sugar or use in breakfast-style blends. The rapid growth cycle common at this altitude generally results in teas that emphasise strength and body over the more delicate aromatics associated with higher-elevation gardens.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Rema Tea Estate lies at 24.1238, 91.5887 in Habiganj, Bangladesh. Its 22 m elevation is the 2nd highest of 17 estates we map in Habiganj. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Amo tea Factory — 11 km away
- Chaklapunji Tea Factory — 11 km away
- Daragaon tea Factory — 11 km away
- Dewndi tea Factory — 11 km away
- Loskorpur tea Factory — 11 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Rema Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Rema Tea Estate (22 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Rema Tea Estate recorded 1,965 mm in 2025, 37% less than the 3,134 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Dadmara Tea Estate | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 22 m | 2,198 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Kellapatha | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 22 m | 3,319 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Golden Garden Estate | Thallgaswala, Sri Lanka | 22 m | 3,157 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Pulbari Tea Factory | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 21 m | 2,300 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Kayu Aro | Jambi, Indonesia | 23 m | 4,698 mm | 30.4 °C |
Rema Tea Estate Compared with Habiganj
In Habiganj, Rema Tea Estate is wetter than 75% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 94% of the others by elevation; cooler than 75% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Rema Tea Estate against the 16 other estates we map in Habiganj, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Rema Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 22 m | 11 m | 7 to 23 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,965 mm | 1,910 mm | 1,654 to 2,780 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C | 30.3 °C | 30.1 to 30.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.9 °C | 20.9 °C | 20.7 to 21.3 °C |
Observed Climate at Rema Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Rema Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 1,965 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (411 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.2 °C and overnight lows 20.9 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,965 mm |
| Wettest month | July (411 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.9 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rema Tea Estate located?
Rema Tea Estate is in Habiganj, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.1238, 91.5887, at an elevation of about 22 metres.
Who operates Rema Tea Estate?
Rema Tea Estate is operated by Rema Tea Estate, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Rema Tea Estate produce?
Rema Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Rema Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,965 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (411 mm).
How does Rema Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Rema Tea Estate recorded 1,965 mm in 2025, 37% less rain than the 3,134 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
