In short: Fatehbug Tea Estate is a black tea producer in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, operated by Fatehbug Tea Estate with a workforce of 243.
Fatehbug Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at an elevation of 15 metres. The estate is operated by Fatehbug Tea Estate and employs a workforce of 243. Moulvibazar is one of Bangladesh's principal tea-growing districts, lying in the northeastern Sylhet Division near the border with India's Assam and Tripura states.
Terroir & Climate
At 15 metres above sea level, Fatehbug Tea Estate occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of the Surma Valley floor in Moulvibazar. Estates at this elevation in Bangladesh typically experience the humid subtropical climate of the region, with heavy monsoon rainfall from May to September and a cooler, drier winter period. The latitude of approximately 24.8°N places the estate in a zone where daylight variation between seasons is moderate, and temperatures generally remain warm year-round, though winter nights can be relatively cool.
Tea grown at such low elevations in the Sylhet region tends to flush vigorously during the monsoon months, benefiting from abundant rainfall and high temperatures that promote rapid vegetative growth. The alluvial soils typical of valley-floor estates often retain moisture well, supporting consistent cropping through the main season. However, the combination of warmth, humidity, and lower elevation generally favours volume and briskness in the leaf rather than the aromatic complexity often associated with higher-altitude gardens.
Tea Produced
Fatehbug Tea Estate produces black tea. Estates in Moulvibazar at comparable elevations typically yield teas with a malty, robust character and good colour in the cup—traits valued in the blending market. The style tends toward briskness and strength rather than pronounced floral or muscatel notes, reflecting both the cultivar base and the growing conditions of the lowland Sylhet region. Liquors are generally full-bodied with a coppery infusion, suited to milk and everyday consumption.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Fatehbug Tea Estate lies at 24.7869, 92.2434 in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. Its 15 m elevation is the joint 41st highest of 75 estates we map in Moulvibazar. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- SABAZPUR TEA COMPANY LIMITED — 2.1 km away · Sylhet
- Hafiz Tea Estate — 3.5 km away
- Ahidabad Tea Factory — 4.3 km away
- Chotolekha Tea Estate Factory — 8.2 km away
- Rahmania Tea Garden — 10 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Fatehbug Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Fatehbug Tea Estate (15 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Fatehbug Tea Estate recorded 3,158 mm in 2025, 6% more than the 2,986 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bijoya tea Factory | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 15 m | 2,559 mm | 30.1 °C |
| Avt Natural Products Limited | Aluva 683 105, India | 15 m | 3,944 mm | 31.2 °C |
| Okayti Tea Estate | Dharmatala Kolkata, India | 15 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| Rathna | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 15 m | 3,412 mm | 29.8 °C |
| Sineth | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 15 m | 3,156 mm | 30.0 °C |
Fatehbug Tea Estate Compared with Moulvibazar
In Moulvibazar, Fatehbug Tea Estate is wetter than 96% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 72% of the others by elevation; the coolest of the 75 estates by daytime temperature. The table sets Fatehbug 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 | Fatehbug Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 15 m | 16 m | 9 to 45 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,158 mm | 2,559 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 29.8 °C | 30.1 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.4 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 21.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Fatehbug Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Fatehbug Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 3,158 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was August (588 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 29.8 °C and overnight lows 20.4 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,158 mm |
| Wettest month | August (588 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 29.8 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.4 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fatehbug Tea Estate located?
Fatehbug Tea Estate is in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.7869, 92.2434, at an elevation of about 15 metres.
Who operates Fatehbug Tea Estate?
Fatehbug Tea Estate is operated by Fatehbug Tea Estate, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Fatehbug Tea Estate produce?
Fatehbug Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Fatehbug Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,158 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in August (588 mm).
How does Fatehbug Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Fatehbug Tea Estate recorded 3,158 mm in 2025, 6% more rain than the 2,986 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].
