In short: Mijicajan Tea Estate is an Assam black-tea producer operated by Mcleod Russel India Ltd., recorded as a supplier to Sainsbury's.
Mijicajan Tea Estate is located in Assam, India, at an elevation of 57 metres. The estate is operated by Mcleod Russel India Ltd., a major presence in the Indian tea industry, and is recorded as a supplier to Sainsbury's, the UK supermarket chain. The estate specialises in the production of black tea.
Terroir & Climate
At 57 metres above sea level, Mijicajan sits within the low-lying Brahmaputra valley, where Assam's tea belt typically experiences a warm, humid subtropical climate. Estates at this elevation generally benefit from the region's heavy monsoon rains and alluvial soils, conditions that tend to support vigorous vegetative growth and year-round cropping, with the most concentrated flush periods usually occurring in spring and early summer.
The latitude of approximately 26.5°N places Mijicajan within the heartland of Assam tea production, where day length and temperature variation generally favour the rapid development of leaf and the accumulation of compounds associated with body and colour in black tea. Low-altitude gardens in this zone often contend with high humidity and warmth, factors that typically influence both the pace of the growing cycle and the post-harvest handling required to achieve consistent manufacture.
Tea Produced
Mijicajan produces black tea. Assam teas from estates at this elevation typically yield a full-bodied, malty cup with robust colour and a brisk, astringent character. The warm, wet conditions of the valley floor tend to produce leaf that, when orthodox- or CTC-processed, often delivers the strength and depth associated with breakfast blends and mass-market packeting, though cup profile can vary significantly by season and manufacturing method.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Mijicajan is recorded as a supplier to Sainsbury's, one of the United Kingdom's largest supermarket chains. This relationship positions the estate within a supply chain serving the retail grocery sector, where volume, consistency, and certification are typically key to maintaining listing. Sainsbury's sources tea from multiple origins and estates, and the presence of Mijicajan on its supplier roster suggests the garden meets the standards for traceability and compliance that major UK retailers now routinely require of their Assam suppliers.
- Recorded supplier to Sainsbury's
Operator
Mijicajan is operated by Mcleod Russel India Ltd., historically one of the world's largest private-sector tea producers. The company manages a portfolio of estates across India's principal tea-growing regions. Mcleod Russel operates six other estates recorded in this directory, reflecting the scale and geographic spread that have characterised the company's operations in Assam and beyond.
Certifications & Ethics
Mijicajan is certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership (ETP), a member-driven initiative that works to improve social, environmental, and economic conditions on tea estates. ETP certification indicates that the estate has undergone monitoring against the partnership's standards, which address labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. For buyers, ETP membership offers a framework for due diligence and ongoing improvement; for workers, it is intended to support better working conditions and access to grievance mechanisms.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Mijicajan Tea Estate lies at 26.5617, 92.5594 in Assam, India. Its 57 m elevation is the 64th highest of 66 estates we map in Assam. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Mcleod Russel India Ltd, Dimakusi Tea Factory — 19 km away
- Mcleod Russel India Ltd, Tezpore \u0026 Gogra Tea Factory — 25 km away
- Ghoirallie — 29 km away
- Dhulapadung — 30 km away
- Harchurah Tea Estate — 31 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Mijicajan Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Mijicajan Tea Estate (57 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Mijicajan Tea Estate recorded 3,033 mm in 2025, 32% more than the 2,299 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakohen Inc. | Shibushi-Shi, Japan | 57 m | 1,963 mm | 21.9 °C |
| Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. | Zhejiang Province, China | 56 m | 1,492 mm | 25.1 °C |
| Andaradeniya Estate, Duliella | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 58 m | 3,510 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Eramulla | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 56 m | 3,440 mm | 29.8 °C |
| Luponde | DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania United Republic Of | 59 m | 1,092 mm | 30.0 °C |
Mijicajan Tea Estate Compared with Assam
In Assam, Mijicajan Tea Estate is wetter than 60% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 97% of the others by elevation; warmer than 91% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Mijicajan Tea Estate against the 65 other estates we map in Assam, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Mijicajan Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 57 m | 110 m | 26 to 266 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,033 mm | 2,919 mm | 1,742 to 4,142 mm |
| Mean daily high | 29.3 °C | 28.7 °C | 27.9 to 30.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C | 19.6 °C | 18.8 to 21.1 °C |
Observed Climate at Mijicajan Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Mijicajan Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 3,033 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was May (599 mm) and the driest was December (4 mm). Daytime highs averaged 29.3 °C and overnight lows 20.7 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,033 mm |
| Wettest month | May (599 mm) |
| Driest month | December (4 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 29.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mijicajan Tea Estate located?
Mijicajan Tea Estate is in Assam, India, at coordinates 26.5617, 92.5594, at an elevation of about 57 metres.
Who operates Mijicajan Tea Estate?
Mijicajan Tea Estate is operated by Mcleod Russel India Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Mijicajan Tea Estate produce?
Mijicajan Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Mijicajan Tea Estate supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Mijicajan Tea Estate as supplying Sainsbury's.
What certifications does Mijicajan Tea Estate hold?
Mijicajan Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Mijicajan Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,033 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in May (599 mm).
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].
