In short: Pedro estate is a black tea producer in the Nuwara Eliya district of Sri Lanka, operated by Kelani Valley Plantations and recorded as supplying Finlays.
Pedro estate is a tea plantation located in the Nuwara Eliya district of Sri Lanka, at an elevation of 1,892 metres. The estate is operated by Kelani Valley Plantations and produces black tea. It is recorded as supplying Finlays, one of the established buyers in the international tea trade.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,892 metres above sea level, Pedro estate occupies a position within Sri Lanka's high-grown category, where cooler ambient temperatures and greater diurnal variation typically slow the growth cycle of the tea plant. Estates at this elevation in the central highlands generally experience more moderate solar intensity and higher moisture levels, conditions that tend to encourage slower leaf development and may contribute to a more concentrated biochemical profile in the harvested material.
Nuwara Eliya, situated at approximately 7° north latitude, lies within the tropical highland zone where the southwest and northeast monsoons shape the annual weather pattern. Plantations in this region are commonly subject to mist and cloud cover, particularly during the monsoon months, which can influence photosynthesis rates and the accumulation of secondary metabolites in the leaf. The interplay of altitude, latitude, and prevailing humidity tends to define the character of teas grown in this district.
Tea Produced
Pedro estate produces black tea, the dominant type processed in the Nuwara Eliya region. Teas from high-elevation estates in this district typically yield a bright, brisk liquor with a lighter body and a character often described as delicate or refined. The cup profile at this altitude generally reflects the slower maturation of the leaf, and estates in the Nuwara Eliya zone are often associated with teas that display floral or citrus notes, though individual batch character will vary with season, processing, and cultivation practice.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Pedro estate is recorded as supplying Finlays, a vertically integrated tea business with operations spanning production, blending, and distribution. This connection places the estate within a supply chain that serves both retail brands and food-service clients across multiple markets. The relationship with an established buyer of Finlays' scale suggests that Pedro's output meets the quality and volume expectations of the international commodity and premium segments, though the full scope of its commercial relationships may extend beyond publicly recorded data.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Operator
Pedro estate is operated by Kelani Valley Plantations, a Sri Lankan regional plantation company. Kelani Valley Plantations operates a total of six other estates recorded in this directory, indicating a portfolio presence in the country's tea sector. Multi-estate operators of this scale typically maintain centralised processing, quality assurance, and compliance functions, which can influence consistency and traceability across their holdings.
Certifications & Ethics
Pedro estate holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a membership organisation that requires adherence to standards covering labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. For buyers, this certification provides third-party assurance that the estate is subject to regular monitoring against a defined code of practice. For workers, the framework is intended to support improved conditions, including access to grievance mechanisms and protections around wages, working hours, and housing.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Pedro estate lies at 6.9699, 80.7955 in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. Its 1892 m elevation is the highest of 6 estates we map in Nuwara Eliya. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Luckyland Tea Estate — 1.4 km away · Nuwara Eliya-Uda Pussellawa Rd
- Udapussellawa Plantations, Court Lodge — 2.1 km away · Central Province
- Agalawatte Plantations, Weddemulla — 2.4 km away · Central Province
- Kotagala Plantations, Craigie Lea — 2.4 km away · Central Province
- Kelanivalley Plantations, Fordyce — 2.4 km away · Central Province
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Pedro estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Pedro estate (1,892 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Pedro estate recorded 2,796 mm in 2025, 85% more than the 1,515 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emrok | Kitale, Kenya | 1,893 m | 1,221 mm | 24.7 °C |
| Elgon | Saboti, Kenya | 1,891 m | 1,165 mm | 24.0 °C |
| Himalayan Tea Producers Cooperative Ltd. | LN Road 32, Nepal | 1,895 m | 2,180 mm | 18.5 °C |
| Cangyuan Rangsai Tea Cooperative | 36 Jian Gong Building Dong Feng Dong Road, China | 1,898 m | 1,823 mm | 20.7 °C |
| MUSHUBI | GICUMBI, Rwanda | 1,899 m | 1,186 mm | 22.7 °C |
Pedro estate Compared with Nuwara Eliya
In Nuwara Eliya, Pedro estate is the driest of the 6 estates by 2025 rainfall; the highest of the 6 estates by elevation; the coolest of the 6 estates by daytime temperature. The table sets Pedro estate against the 5 other estates we map in Nuwara Eliya, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Pedro estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,892 m | 1,337 m | 1,231 to 1,612 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,796 mm | 3,746 mm | 3,114 to 4,232 mm |
| Mean daily high | 19.4 °C | 22.6 °C | 21.2 to 23.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 13.0 °C | 15.7 °C | 14.4 to 16.1 °C |
Observed Climate at Pedro estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Pedro estate’s coordinates recorded 2,796 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (809 mm) and the driest was February (57 mm). Daytime highs averaged 19.4 °C and overnight lows 13.0 °C over the year; May was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,796 mm |
| Wettest month | November (809 mm) |
| Driest month | February (57 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 19.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 13.0 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pedro estate located?
Pedro estate is in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.9699, 80.7955, at an elevation of about 1892 metres.
Who operates Pedro estate?
Pedro estate is operated by Kelani Valley Plantations, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Pedro estate produce?
Pedro estate is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Pedro estate supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Pedro estate as supplying Finlays.
What certifications does Pedro estate hold?
Pedro estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Pedro estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,796 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (809 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].
