In short: Mbogo Tea Factory is a black tea producer in the Kimatkei region of Kenya, operated by Mbogo Valley Tea Factory Ltd. at an elevation of 1,868 metres and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Mbogo Tea Factory is a black tea producer located in the Kimatkei area along Mbogo Valley Road in Kenya, operating at an elevation of 1,868 metres. The estate is run by Mbogo Valley Tea Factory Ltd., which does not operate any other estates recorded in this directory. The factory holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, though no specific buyers of its output have been publicly recorded.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,868 metres above sea level, Mbogo Tea Factory occupies a mid-to-high elevation band within Kenya's tea-growing regions, situated very close to the equator at approximately 0.08° south latitude. Estates at this altitude in equatorial East Africa typically experience moderate temperatures with relatively stable conditions year-round, though the diurnal temperature variation common at such elevations tends to slow leaf growth and can encourage the development of more concentrated biochemical compounds in the leaf.
The Kimatkei area, like much of Kenya's tea belt, generally benefits from bimodal rainfall patterns that support two main growing seasons annually. The combination of equatorial sunlight, elevation-moderated temperatures, and well-distributed rainfall tends to create conditions favourable for consistent tea production, though the specific soil composition and microclimate of the Mbogo Valley will influence the character of the leaf harvested at this particular site.
Tea Produced
Mbogo Tea Factory produces black tea, the dominant style manufactured throughout Kenya's tea industry. Kenyan black teas from estates at elevations similar to Mbogo's—approaching 1,900 metres—often yield a brisk, bright cup with good colour and a characteristic astringency that makes them well-suited to blending. The processing style typically employed in Kenyan factories, predominantly CTC (cut, tear, curl), tends to produce a strong, full-bodied infusion, though specific cup character will vary with leaf quality, plucking standards, and manufacturing precision at the factory level.
Operator
Mbogo Valley Tea Factory Ltd. operates the Mbogo Tea Factory and does not, to current records, run any other tea estates listed in this directory. The company's structure and ownership details are not publicly recorded in available supply-chain data.
Certifications & Ethics
Mbogo Tea Factory is certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership, a member-driven organisation that works to improve social, environmental, and economic conditions in tea-producing regions. ETP certification indicates that the estate has committed to meeting the partnership's standards on labour rights, environmental stewardship, and supply-chain transparency, with monitoring and support provided through the ETP network. For buyers, this certification offers a degree of assurance that the estate is working within a recognised framework for ethical production; for workers, it is intended to support improvements in wages, working conditions, and access to grievance mechanisms.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Mbogo Tea Factory lies at -0.0799, 35.2964 in Kimatkei - Mbogo Valley Rd, Kenya. Its 1868 m elevation is the 113th highest of 201 estates we map in Kenya. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Tinderet Tea Estate — 5.6 km away · Tinderet - Mbogo Valley Rd
- TINDERET — 12 km away · Songhor
- Kakuzi Ltd., Siret Estate — 17 km away · Siret Road
- Kapchorua Tea Estate — 19 km away · Kapchorua - Timobo Rd
- Kepchomo Tea Estate — 20 km away · KTGA Taito-Kepchomo Rd
Observed Climate at Mbogo Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Mbogo Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 2,044 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was April (309 mm) and the driest was February (16 mm). Daytime highs averaged 23.4 °C and overnight lows 12.4 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and July the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,044 mm |
| Wettest month | April (309 mm) |
| Driest month | February (16 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 23.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 12.4 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mbogo Tea Factory located?
Mbogo Tea Factory is in Kimatkei - Mbogo Valley Rd, Kenya, at coordinates -0.0799, 35.2964, at an elevation of about 1868 metres.
Who operates Mbogo Tea Factory?
Mbogo Tea Factory is operated by Mbogo Valley Tea Factory Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Mbogo Tea Factory produce?
Mbogo Tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Mbogo Tea Factory hold?
Mbogo Tea Factory is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Mbogo Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,044 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in April (309 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].
