Momul Tea Factory

Momul Tea Factory is a black tea producer situated in Kaplelwo, western Kenya, at an elevation of 1,811 metres. The estate is operated by the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA), the country's largest tea-factory operator, which manages smallholder leaf on behalf of thousands of outgrowers. No specific commercial buyers have been recorded in public trade data for this factory.

Terroir & Climate

At 1,811 metres above sea level, Momul sits within the mid-elevation band typical of many Kenyan tea-growing regions, where warm days and cool nights tend to encourage steady vegetative growth throughout much of the year. The estate's location near the equator means that photoperiod variation is minimal, and rainfall patterns—rather than temperature extremes—generally dictate the intensity of the plucking cycle.

Estates at this altitude in western Kenya often benefit from volcanic soils with good drainage and nutrient availability, conditions that can support vigorous shoot growth. The interplay of equatorial sunlight, moderate elevation, and consistent moisture typically favours the production of leaf with brisk, coppery liquor characteristics, though local microclimate and processing choices will influence the final cup profile.

Tea Produced

Momul Tea Factory produces black tea. Estates in this region and elevation range in Kenya generally yield teas with bright, brisk character and a coppery infusion—traits prized in the auction market for blending. The CTC (crush, tear, curl) method is widespread among KTDA factories, producing the small, even particles that deliver quick colour and strength in the cup, though specific processing details for Momul have not been verified.

Operator

The Kenya Tea Development Agency manages Momul Tea Factory as part of a network of smallholder-fed processing units across the country. KTDA coordinates leaf collection, factory operations, and auction sales on behalf of farmer shareholders, playing a central role in Kenya's position as one of the world's leading black tea exporters. In addition to Momul, KTDA operates six other estates recorded in this directory, underscoring the scale of its footprint in the Kenyan tea sector.

Certifications & Ethics

Momul Tea Factory holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an industry initiative that works to improve social, environmental, and economic conditions on tea estates and smallholder farms. For buyers, ETP membership signals a commitment to ongoing monitoring and capacity-building in areas such as labour rights, pesticide management, and community welfare, offering a degree of assurance that production practices meet recognised sustainability benchmarks.

Location & Neighbouring Estates

Momul Tea Factory lies at -0.4050, 35.1021 in Kaplelwo, Kenya. Its 1811 m elevation is the 136th highest of 186 estates we map in Kenya. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:

• TEGAT — 12 km away · Kericho
• MOGENI — 16 km away · IKONGE NYAMIRA COUNTY
• NYARINDA — 16 km away · IKONGE NYAMIRA COUNTY
• Kipkebe \u0026 Keritor Tea Estates — 18 km away · C22 Road
• Kipchimchim Group, Tet Tea Factory Co. Ltd, Laibei — 19 km away · Kericho

Estates at a Similar Altitude to Momul Tea Factory

Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Momul Tea Factory (1,811 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Momul Tea Factory recorded 1,558 mm in 2025, 6% more than the 1,470 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
Uganda Tea Development Agency Ltd, Igara	Central, Uganda	1,808 m	1,396 mm	23.1 °C
Yellapatty Tea Estate	Dist. Kerala, India	1,805 m	2,094 mm	20.9 °C
CHANGOI	124- Cheborge, Kenya	1,803 m	1,021 mm	25.1 °C
Coonoor Tea Estate	Yedapalli, India	1,802 m	1,467 mm	20.1 °C
Kenya Tea Development Agency, Eberege	Kisii, Kenya	1,798 m	1,371 mm	24.3 °C

Momul Tea Factory Compared with Kenya

In Kenya, Momul Tea Factory is wetter than 54% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 73% of the others by elevation; warmer than 78% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Momul Tea Factory against the 185 other estates we map in Kenya, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.

Measure	Momul Tea Factory	Country median	Country range
Elevation	1,811 m	1,990 m	821 to 2,790 m
Annual rainfall (2025)	1,558 mm	1,518 mm	754 to 2,070 mm
Mean daily high	24.7 °C	22.4 °C	16.8 to 30.2 °C
Mean overnight low	13.1 °C	12.0 °C	8.5 to 19.8 °C

Observed Climate at Momul Tea Factory (2025)

ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Momul Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 1,558 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was October (262 mm) and the driest was February (25 mm). Daytime highs averaged 24.7 °C and overnight lows 13.1 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and July the coolest.

Metric	2025 value
Annual precipitation	1,558 mm
Wettest month	October (262 mm)
Driest month	February (25 mm)
Mean daily high	24.7 °C
Mean overnight low	13.1 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Momul Tea Factory located?

Momul Tea Factory is in Kaplelwo, Kenya, at coordinates -0.4050, 35.1021, at an elevation of about 1811 metres.

Who operates Momul Tea Factory?

Momul Tea Factory is operated by Kenya Tea Development Agency, according to public supply-chain records.

What type of tea does Momul Tea Factory produce?

Momul Tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.

What certifications does Momul Tea Factory hold?

Momul Tea Factory is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.

How much rain does Momul Tea Factory receive?

ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,558 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in October (262 mm).

How does Momul Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?

Momul Tea Factory recorded 1,558 mm in 2025, 6% more rain than the 1,470 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].