In short: Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory is a black tea estate in the Nandi region of Kenya, operating at 2,055 metres and recorded as supplying Finlays.
Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory is a black tea estate located in the Nandi region of Kenya, operating at an altitude of 2,055 metres. The estate is both owned and operated under the name Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory, and is recorded as supplying Finlays, a major buyer in the international tea trade.
Terroir & Climate
At 2,055 metres above sea level, Siret Tea Factory occupies a high-altitude position within Kenya's tea-growing belt, just north of the equator. Estates at this elevation in East Africa typically experience cooler temperatures and significant diurnal variation, conditions that tend to slow leaf maturation and encourage the development of more complex biochemical profiles in the fresh leaf.
The Nandi region generally benefits from well-distributed rainfall and fertile volcanic soils, factors that have historically supported consistent tea cultivation in western Kenya. High-altitude environments of this kind often produce teas with greater body and aromatic intensity, though specific outcomes depend on factory processing protocols and the seasonal rhythm of each harvest.
Tea Produced
Siret Tea Factory produces black tea, the dominant style in Kenya's export-oriented industry. Kenyan black teas from high-altitude estates in regions such as Nandi typically yield a brisk, full-bodied cup with bright colour and pronounced astringency, characteristics valued in blends for both the retail and foodservice sectors. The CTC (crush, tear, curl) method is widespread in Kenya, producing teas that infuse quickly and deliver strong, malty flavour profiles suitable for milk-based preparations, though specific processing methods at Siret are not detailed in the available data.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Siret Tea Factory is recorded as supplying Finlays, a vertically integrated tea and horticulture business with extensive sourcing networks across East Africa and a significant presence in both the bulk and branded tea markets. This connection places the estate within a major supply chain serving international blenders, packers, and retail brands. Finlays' role as a buyer suggests that Siret's output is likely channelled into blended products destined for diverse consumer markets, though the full scope of the commercial relationship is not publicly detailed.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory lies at 0.0650, 35.2375 in Nandi, Kenya. Its 2055 m elevation is the 12th highest of 17 estates we map in Nandi. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Kepchomo Tea Factory — 2.9 km away
- Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Kipkoimet Tea Factory- Sitoi — 5.3 km away
- TINDERET — 5.5 km away · Songhor
- KAPCHORUA — 5.6 km away · Nandi Hills
- Kapsumbeiywa — 6.4 km away · Kapsumbeiywo Road
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory (2,055 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory recorded 1,973 mm in 2025, 25% more than the 1,579 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DUNSANDLE ESTATE | TAMIL NADU, India | 2,054 m | 1,941 mm | 20.5 °C |
| KIPSONOI | Kericho, Kenya | 2,054 m | 1,236 mm | 23.0 °C |
| KIAMOKAMA | Keroka, Kenya | 2,059 m | 1,210 mm | 23.5 °C |
| Happy valley | West Bengal, India | 2,071 m | 2,294 mm | 17.1 °C |
| Sorwathe S.A.R.L. | Kinihira Sector, Rwanda | 2,026 m | 1,213 mm | 22.0 °C |
Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory Compared with Nandi
In Nandi, Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory is wetter than 81% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 69% of the others by elevation; cooler than 88% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory against the 16 other estates we map in Nandi, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 2,055 m | 2,069 m | 1,912 to 2,119 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,973 mm | 1,693 mm | 1,510 to 2,070 mm |
| Mean daily high | 22.0 °C | 22.0 °C | 21.8 to 23.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.3 °C | 11.2 °C | 11.1 to 13.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 1,973 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was April (300 mm) and the driest was February (18 mm). Daytime highs averaged 22.0 °C and overnight lows 11.3 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and August the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,973 mm |
| Wettest month | April (300 mm) |
| Driest month | February (18 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 22.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.3 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory located?
Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory is in Nandi, Kenya, at coordinates 0.0650, 35.2375, at an elevation of about 2055 metres.
Who operates Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory?
Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory is operated by Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory produce?
Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,973 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in April (300 mm).
How does Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Siret Tea Factory recorded 1,973 mm in 2025, 25% more rain than the 1,579 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].
