In short: Pulbari Tea Factory is a black-tea estate in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, operating at 21 metres elevation and employing 1,081 workers.
Pulbari Tea Factory is a black-tea estate located in the Moulvibazar region of Bangladesh, operating at an elevation of 21 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Pulbari Tea Factory and employs a workforce of 1,081 people. Bangladesh's tea industry is concentrated in the lowland and valley regions of the northeast, and Moulvibazar is one of the country's principal tea-growing districts.
Terroir & Climate
At just 21 metres above sea level, Pulbari Tea Factory occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of Bangladesh's principal tea-growing valleys. Estates at this elevation in the Moulvibazar region typically experience high humidity and warm temperatures year-round, with the monsoon climate bringing heavy seasonal rainfall that sustains vegetative growth. The flat to gently undulating topography and proximity to watercourses generally allow for reliable moisture availability, though drainage management tends to be a key consideration in such low-altitude settings.
Lowland estates in this latitude—around 24°N—generally see vigorous, year-round growth with only a modest winter slowdown. The combination of warmth, moisture, and fertile alluvial or valley soils typically encourages rapid leaf development and high yields. Teas from these conditions often develop a robust, malty character, though the lack of elevation means they do not usually exhibit the delicate astringency or floral notes associated with high-grown gardens.
Tea Produced
Pulbari Tea Factory produces black tea, the dominant style in Bangladesh's export and domestic markets. Estates in Moulvibazar at low elevation typically yield full-bodied, malty liquors with a smooth, round texture and moderate astringency. The warm, humid growing conditions generally favour teas that brew to a strong, coppery colour and offer the kind of robust, straightforward character suited to blending and to markets that value strength and colour over aromatic complexity.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Pulbari Tea Factory lies at 24.3504, 91.8407 in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. Its 21 m elevation is the 9th highest of 75 estates we map in Moulvibazar. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Allynugger Tea Estate — 2.3 km away
- Camparai tea Factory — 2.3 km away
- Kurma tea Factory — 2.3 km away
- Madhavpur tea Factory — 2.3 km away
- Mirtinga tea Factory — 2.3 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Pulbari Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Pulbari Tea Factory (21 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Pulbari Tea Factory recorded 2,300 mm in 2025, 27% less than the 3,168 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulathsinhala | Western Province, Sri Lanka | 21 m | 3,991 mm | 29.7 °C |
| New Dadmara Tea Estate | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 22 m | 2,198 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Rema Tea Estate | Habiganj, Bangladesh | 22 m | 1,965 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Evergreen Group, Walahanduwa Tea Shakthi | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 20 m | 2,988 mm | 29.6 °C |
| Kayu Aro | Jambi, Indonesia | 23 m | 4,698 mm | 30.4 °C |
Pulbari Tea Factory Compared with Moulvibazar
In Moulvibazar, Pulbari Tea Factory is drier than 77% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 89% of the others by elevation; warmer than 54% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Pulbari Tea 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 | Pulbari Tea Factory | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 21 m | 16 m | 9 to 45 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,300 mm | 2,559 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °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 Pulbari Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Pulbari Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 2,300 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (507 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.2 °C and overnight lows 20.7 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,300 mm |
| Wettest month | July (507 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pulbari Tea Factory located?
Pulbari Tea Factory is in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.3504, 91.8407, at an elevation of about 21 metres.
Who operates Pulbari Tea Factory?
Pulbari Tea Factory is operated by Pulbari Tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Pulbari Tea Factory produce?
Pulbari Tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Pulbari Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,300 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (507 mm).
How does Pulbari Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Pulbari Tea Factory recorded 2,300 mm in 2025, 27% less rain than the 3,168 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].
