In short: Eta Tea Estate is a black tea producer in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, operating at low elevation with a workforce of over 1,000.
Eta Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at an elevation of 9 metres above sea level. The estate is operated under the name Eta Tea Estate and employs a workforce of 1,001. No buyers are currently recorded in public supply-chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At just 9 metres above sea level, Eta Tea Estate occupies one of the lowest elevation profiles in commercial tea cultivation. The Moulvibazar region of Bangladesh lies in the northeastern part of the country, where estates typically benefit from the warm, humid subtropical climate and high rainfall associated with proximity to the Surma Valley. Low-elevation gardens in this latitude generally experience year-round warmth, which tends to support vigorous vegetative growth and a long plucking season.
Estates at this elevation often contend with higher ambient temperatures and reduced diurnal variation compared to mid- or high-elevation counterparts. This typically results in faster leaf development and a different flavour profile in the finished tea. The flat to gently undulating terrain common at low altitudes in Moulvibazar tends to facilitate mechanised operations and efficient water management, though the interplay of monsoon rains and the region's alluvial soils generally shapes both yield and character.
Tea Produced
Eta Tea Estate produces black tea. Low-elevation Bangladesh teas from the Moulvibazar region typically yield a brisk, full-bodied cup with malty and sometimes earthy notes, though character varies with processing and seasonal conditions. Estates in this zone often produce CTC (crush, tear, curl) or orthodox black teas suited to both blending and standalone consumption, though specific manufacturing methods at Eta are not documented in available records. The warm growing environment generally encourages robust, assertive flavour rather than the more delicate or floral profiles associated with higher-altitude gardens.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Eta Tea Estate lies at 24.5889, 91.7028 in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. Its 9 m elevation is the joint 71st highest of 75 estates we map in Moulvibazar. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- MOULVI TEA ESTATE — 13 km away
- Hamidiya Tea Factory — 17 km away
- Ameenabad Tea Factory — 17 km away
- Hajinagar Tea Factory — 17 km away
- Polymer Agro Industries Limited (Ootterbhag \u0026 Indanugger Tea Garden) — 17 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Eta Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Eta Tea Estate (9 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Eta Tea Estate recorded 2,802 mm in 2025, 89% more than the 1,484 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baikuntopur tea Factory | Habiganj, Bangladesh | 9 m | 1,654 mm | 30.4 °C |
| Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. | Shangyu City, China | 9 m | 1,306 mm | 24.2 °C |
| Halssen \u0026 Lyon Gmbh | Hamburg, Germany | 9 m | 742 mm | 14.3 °C |
| GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED | GURUSADAY ROAD, India | 9 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| Teok Tea Estate | Kolkata, India | 9 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
Eta Tea Estate Compared with Moulvibazar
In Moulvibazar, Eta Tea Estate is wetter than 74% of the others by 2025 rainfall; the lowest of the 75 estates by elevation; cooler than 85% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Eta Tea Estate against the 74 other estates we map in Moulvibazar, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Eta Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 9 m | 16 m | 9 to 45 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,802 mm | 2,559 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C | 30.1 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 21.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Eta Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Eta Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,802 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (610 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.1 °C and overnight lows 20.7 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,802 mm |
| Wettest month | July (610 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Eta Tea Estate located?
Eta Tea Estate is in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.5889, 91.7028, at an elevation of about 9 metres.
Who operates Eta Tea Estate?
Eta Tea Estate is operated by Eta Tea Estate, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Eta Tea Estate produce?
Eta Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Eta Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,802 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (610 mm).
How does Eta Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Eta Tea Estate recorded 2,802 mm in 2025, 89% more rain than the 1,484 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].
