In short: Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek is a tea estate in the Kericho region of Kenya, operated by the Kenya Tea Development Agency and recorded as a supplier to Finlays.
Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek is a tea estate located in the Kericho region of Kenya, situated at an altitude of 2,010 metres. The estate is operated by the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA), the largest tea producer in Kenya and a smallholder cooperative model that manages numerous estates across the country's principal tea-growing regions. Mogogosiek is recorded as a supplier to Finlays, one of the major players in the global tea supply chain.
Terroir & Climate
At 2,010 metres above sea level, Mogogosiek occupies a high-altitude position within the Kericho region, which lies just south of the equator. Estates at this elevation in equatorial East Africa typically experience moderated temperatures and substantial diurnal variation, conditions that tend to slow the growth of the tea bush and encourage the development of more complex biochemical compounds in the leaf. The altitude also generally correlates with higher levels of ultraviolet exposure, which can influence polyphenol accumulation.
Kericho's climate is characterised by its bimodal rainfall pattern, with two distinct wet seasons that generally allow for year-round plucking, though flush intensity tends to vary with precipitation and temperature cycles. Estates in this region typically benefit from deep volcanic soils, a legacy of the Rift Valley's geological activity, which tend to offer good drainage and nutrient availability. The combination of elevation, latitude, and soil type usually contributes to the production of teas with brisk, assertive character.
Tea Produced
Mogogosiek produces black tea. Kenyan black teas from high-altitude estates in the Kericho region typically yield a bright, coppery liquor with brisk astringency and a clean, malty character. The cup profile generally tends towards strength and colour rather than aromatic complexity, making these teas well-suited to blending, particularly in breakfast-style blends and for markets that favour robust, full-bodied infusions. Estates at this elevation often produce leaf that processes into grades with good particle uniformity and consistency, characteristics valued by large-scale buyers.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Mogogosiek is recorded as a supplier to Finlays, a vertically integrated tea business with extensive operations across East Africa and a significant presence in both production and distribution. This relationship positions Mogogosiek within an established supply chain that serves major international tea brands and packers. Finlays' procurement from KTDA-managed estates reflects the cooperative's role as a reliable source of volume black tea for the global commodity market, where Kenyan origin is particularly valued for blending strength and consistency.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Operator
The Kenya Tea Development Agency manages smallholder tea production across Kenya, operating as a cooperative structure that supports thousands of small-scale farmers who deliver green leaf to centralised factories. KTDA operates six other estates recorded in our directory, reflecting its dominant position in the Kenyan tea sector. The agency's model combines farmer ownership with professional management, and it accounts for a substantial share of Kenya's total tea output, much of which is sold through the Mombasa auction system to buyers worldwide.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek lies at -0.3689, 35.2863 in Kericho, Kenya. Its 2010 m elevation is the joint 7th highest of 44 estates we map in Kericho. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Changana (Changana Tea) — under 1 km away · Kenya
- Kitumbe (Kitumbe Tea) — under 1 km away · Kenya
- BONDET (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) — under 1 km away
- Bureti Tea Company Ltd, Kalyet Tea Factory — under 1 km away
- CHEBOSWA — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek (2,010 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek recorded 1,984 mm in 2025, 14% more than the 1,737 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tea Studio | Kattabettu, India | 2,010 m | 1,405 mm | 19.9 °C |
| Nyankoba Tea Factory | Kenya, Kenya | 2,012 m | 754 mm | 24.1 °C |
| Marybong Tea Estate | West Bengal, India | 2,016 m | 2,294 mm | 17.7 °C |
| GACHEGE | Kenya, Kenya | 2,003 m | 1,455 mm | 19.8 °C |
| Hubei Wuhan Jiarun Huiming Tea Co., Ltd. | Yongde County, China | 2,002 m | 2,779 mm | 19.9 °C |
Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek Compared with Kericho
In Kericho, Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek is drier than 81% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 93% of the others by elevation; cooler than 91% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek against the 43 other estates we map in Kericho, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 2,010 m | 2,010 m | 1,836 to 2,437 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,984 mm | 1,984 mm | 1,021 to 1,984 mm |
| Mean daily high | 22.4 °C | 22.4 °C | 20.5 to 25.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.8 °C | 11.8 °C | 9.7 to 12.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek’s coordinates recorded 1,984 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was October (286 mm) and the driest was February (16 mm). Daytime highs averaged 22.4 °C and overnight lows 11.8 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and August the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,984 mm |
| Wettest month | October (286 mm) |
| Driest month | February (16 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 22.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek located?
Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek is in Kericho, Kenya, at coordinates -0.3689, 35.2863, at an elevation of about 2010 metres.
Who operates Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek?
Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek is operated by Kenya Tea Development Agency, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek produce?
Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,984 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in October (286 mm).
How does Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Kenya Tea Development Agency, Mogogosiek recorded 1,984 mm in 2025, 14% more rain than the 1,737 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].