In short: Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda is a low-elevation black tea estate in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka, recorded as supplying Finlays.
Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda is a tea estate located in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka, at an altitude of 52 metres. The estate operates under the name Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda and produces black tea. It is recorded in supply‑chain data as a supplier to Finlays, the global tea and horticulture business.
Terroir & Climate
At 52 metres above sea level, Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda occupies low‑country terrain typical of Sri Lanka's western wet zone. Estates at this elevation generally experience warm, humid conditions year‑round, with minimal diurnal temperature variation. The latitude—close to 7° north—and proximity to the equator tend to support vigorous vegetative growth and frequent plucking rounds throughout the year, rather than the distinct quality seasons associated with higher‑altitude districts.
Low‑grown Sri Lankan teas typically develop under consistently high temperatures and abundant rainfall, conditions that favour rapid leaf expansion and high yields. The lack of cool nights and slower maturation means that leaf chemistry andароmatic development follow a different pattern than in the mid‑ or high‑country. Estates in this elevation band often prioritise volume and consistency, producing teas suited to blending and commercial applications where strength and colour are valued alongside cost efficiency.
Tea Produced
Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda produces black tea. Low‑grown Sri Lankan blacks from this elevation range typically yield a strong, brisk liquor with good colour and body, though they tend to offer less aromatic complexity than teas from higher altitudes. The cup character is generally robust and malty, with a straightforward, satisfying astringency that performs well in blends. Estates at this altitude often produce teas designed for everyday consumption and commercial markets, where consistency, strength and value are the primary considerations.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda is recorded as supplying Finlays, a vertically integrated player with extensive operations in tea sourcing, blending and distribution. Finlays sources from a wide network of estates across the main producing origins and supplies both retail brands and foodservice channels globally. The presence of Finlays as a recorded buyer suggests that Agalawatte's output is positioned within a professional, volume‑oriented supply chain, likely destined for blending and onward sale to branded and own‑label markets in Europe, the Middle East and beyond.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda lies at 6.6601, 80.3441 in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka. Its 52 m elevation is the joint 65th highest of 75 estates we map in Sabaragamuwa Province. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Millavitiya — 2.2 km away
- Falcon — 3.1 km away
- Agalawatte Plantations, Doloswella — 5.0 km away
- Deraniyagala Tea Shakthi — 5.0 km away
- Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne — 5.0 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda (52 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda recorded 3,413 mm in 2025, 36% more than the 2,505 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Field Tea Industries Ltd. | Rangpur, Bangladesh | 52 m | 2,204 mm | 29.1 °C |
| Fuhong Tea Industry Co., Ltd.-Xinjia farm | Jiangxi Province, China | 52 m | 1,313 mm | 24.6 °C |
| KOKRAJHAR | Assam, India | 52 m | 3,229 mm | 29.3 °C |
| Makandura | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 52 m | 2,584 mm | 30.4 °C |
| New Kottawa Valley | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 52 m | 3,195 mm | 29.6 °C |
Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda Compared with Sabaragamuwa Province
In Sabaragamuwa Province, Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda is wetter than 53% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 88% of the others by elevation; warmer than 78% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda against the 74 other estates we map in Sabaragamuwa Province, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 52 m | 167 m | 26 to 1,355 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,413 mm | 3,390 mm | 2,018 to 4,839 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C | 29.5 °C | 21.5 to 30.9 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.3 °C | 21.9 °C | 15.7 to 23.0 °C |
Observed Climate at Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda’s coordinates recorded 3,413 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (570 mm) and the driest was February (57 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.1 °C and overnight lows 22.3 °C over the year; March was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,413 mm |
| Wettest month | November (570 mm) |
| Driest month | February (57 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.3 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda located?
Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda is in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.6601, 80.3441, at an elevation of about 52 metres.
Who operates Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda?
Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda is operated by Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda produce?
Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,413 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (570 mm).
How does Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Agalawatte Plantations, Delgoda recorded 3,413 mm in 2025, 36% more rain than the 2,505 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].
