In short: Langla Tea Estate Factory is a black tea producer in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, operating at low elevation with a workforce of 1,300.
Langla Tea Estate Factory is a tea production facility in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, located at approximately 20 metres above sea level. The estate is operated under the name Langla Tea Estate Factory and employs a workforce of 1,300. It produces black tea.
Terroir & Climate
At 20 metres elevation, Langla Tea Estate Factory sits in the low-lying plains characteristic of much of Bangladesh's tea-growing landscape. Estates at this altitude typically experience warm, humid conditions year-round, with little temperature variation due to the modest elevation. The latitude of approximately 24°N places the estate in a subtropical zone where monsoon rains generally dominate the growing calendar, providing the substantial water availability that drives flush cycles in the region.
Low-elevation estates in Moulvibazar tend to produce vigorous growth during the warmer months, with leaf development proceeding quickly in the heat and moisture. The lack of significant altitude means that the tempering effects of cooler night-time temperatures—often associated with higher-grown teas—are largely absent here. Instead, the growing environment typically favours volume and robustness, with the interplay of heat, humidity, and rainfall shaping the chemical composition of the leaf.
Tea Produced
Langla Tea Estate Factory produces black tea. Estates in Moulvibazar at low elevation generally yield teas that are full-bodied and brisk, with the warm, humid growing conditions tending to produce robust liquors. Bangladesh teas from this region often exhibit malty or earthy base notes, though precise cup character varies by processing method and seasonal flush. The low altitude and rapid leaf growth typical of this environment can contribute to teas with pronounced strength and colour, characteristics valued in certain blending markets.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Langla Tea Estate Factory lies at 24.4627, 91.9878 in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. Its 20 m elevation is the joint 10th highest of 75 estates we map in Moulvibazar. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Rajnagar Tea Estate Factory — 6.5 km away
- Ghazipore Tea Estate — 8.1 km away
- Rangichara Tea Estate — 8.1 km away
- Sirajnagor Tea Estate — 8.1 km away
- Bijoya tea Factory — 8.4 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Langla Tea Estate Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Langla Tea Estate Factory (20 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Langla Tea Estate Factory recorded 2,429 mm in 2025, 9% more than the 2,227 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bisssh tea (M/S) | Khulna, Bangladesh | 20 m | 1,778 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Evergreen Group, Walahanduwa Tea Shakthi | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 20 m | 2,988 mm | 29.6 °C |
| Graceland | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 20 m | 2,988 mm | 29.6 °C |
| Amo tea Factory | Habiganj, Bangladesh | 19 m | 1,910 mm | 30.3 °C |
| Zhejiang Chunan New Continent Tea Co. Ltd. | Xihu Dadao, China | 17 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
Langla Tea Estate Factory Compared with Moulvibazar
In Moulvibazar, Langla Tea Estate Factory is drier than 61% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 86% of the others by elevation; cooler than 97% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Langla Tea Estate Factory against the 74 other estates we map in Moulvibazar, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Langla Tea Estate Factory | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 20 m | 16 m | 9 to 45 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,429 mm | 2,559 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 29.9 °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 Langla Tea Estate Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Langla Tea Estate Factory’s coordinates recorded 2,429 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (508 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 29.9 °C and overnight lows 20.4 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,429 mm |
| Wettest month | July (508 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 29.9 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.4 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Langla Tea Estate Factory located?
Langla Tea Estate Factory is in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.4627, 91.9878, at an elevation of about 20 metres.
Who operates Langla Tea Estate Factory?
Langla Tea Estate Factory is operated by Langla Tea Estate Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Langla Tea Estate Factory produce?
Langla Tea Estate Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Langla Tea Estate Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,429 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (508 mm).
How does Langla Tea Estate Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Langla Tea Estate Factory recorded 2,429 mm in 2025, 9% more rain than the 2,227 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].
