In short: Mwera Tea Estates Ltd (MWTE) is a Ugandan tea estate operating at approximately 1,237 metres elevation, producing black and green teas and recorded as supplying Finlays.
Mwera Tea Estates Ltd (MWTE) is a tea estate in Uganda, operating at an elevation of approximately 1,237 metres. The estate produces both black and green teas and is known to supply Finlays, a significant buyer in the international tea trade.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,237 metres elevation and situated near the equator (latitude 0.38°N), Mwera operates in conditions that typically favour year-round vegetative growth, though estates at this latitude and altitude often experience two distinct rainfall peaks that shape the plucking calendar. The combination of equatorial sunlight and mid-elevation terrain tends to produce steady flush cycles rather than the pronounced seasonal dormancy seen in higher-latitude tea regions.
Ugandan estates at this elevation generally benefit from moderate temperatures and consistent moisture, conditions that tend to encourage vigorous leaf growth. The volcanic soils common to parts of Uganda's tea-growing regions typically offer good drainage and nutrient availability, though specific soil composition varies considerably by location. These environmental factors generally support the cultivation of both orthodox and CTC-processed teas.
Tea Produced
Mwera produces both black and green teas. Ugandan black teas from mid-elevation estates typically yield a brisk, full-bodied cup with good colour and a clean, malty character, qualities that have historically made them valued components in blends. Green tea production from equatorial estates tends to produce leaf with a fresh, grassy profile, though processing style and plucking standards significantly influence the final cup. The estate's dual production suggests a degree of processing flexibility to meet varied market demand.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Mwera Tea Estates is recorded as supplying Finlays, a major global tea and horticulture company with extensive sourcing operations across East Africa. This relationship indicates that at least a portion of the estate's output enters Finlays' supply chain, which serves a diverse range of international buyers including multinational brand owners and blenders. The presence of Finlays as a buyer suggests the estate meets the quality and volume expectations of a well-established processor and distributor.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) lies at 0.3834, 32.1529 in p.o Box, Uganda. Its 1237 m elevation is the 22nd highest of 30 estates we map in Uganda. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- BUHWEJU — 46 km away · Opposite Redcross Offices
- MITYANA — 48 km away · Nakasero Rd
- TORO — 48 km away · Nakasero Rd
- MUGOMA — 48 km away · Kampala
- Kinkiizi Development Co Ltd, Rugyeyo Tea Factory, Kigezi Highland — 48 km away · Kigezi Highland
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte)
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) (1,237 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) recorded 1,149 mm in 2025, 52% less than the 2,409 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soom Tea Estate | West Bengal, India | 1,237 m | 2,376 mm | 22.5 °C |
| Kotagala Plantations, Dratton | Central Province, Sri Lanka | 1,236 m | 4,232 mm | 22.6 °C |
| Uganda Tea Corporation Ltd., Luwala Tea Estates Ltd | Lugazi, Uganda | 1,239 m | 1,664 mm | 26.7 °C |
| Hapugahawatte, Mount Uva | Uva Province, Sri Lanka | 1,234 m | 2,308 mm | 24.3 °C |
| Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. | Guiyang, China | 1,241 m | 1,466 mm | 19.9 °C |
Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) Compared with Uganda
In Uganda, Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) is drier than 83% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 72% of the others by elevation; warmer than 79% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) against the 29 other estates we map in Uganda, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,237 m | 1,481 m | 1,070 to 1,808 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,149 mm | 1,251 mm | 943 to 1,664 mm |
| Mean daily high | 27.1 °C | 26.0 °C | 23.1 to 29.7 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 17.1 °C | 16.3 °C | 14.4 to 18.7 °C |
Observed Climate at Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte)’s coordinates recorded 1,149 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was April (166 mm) and the driest was January (22 mm). Daytime highs averaged 27.1 °C and overnight lows 17.1 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and May the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,149 mm |
| Wettest month | April (166 mm) |
| Driest month | January (22 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 27.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 17.1 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) located?
Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) is in p.o Box, Uganda, at coordinates 0.3834, 32.1529, at an elevation of about 1237 metres.
Who operates Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte)?
Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) is operated by Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte), according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) produce?
Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) is recorded as producing black and green tea.
Which buyers does Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,149 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in April (166 mm).
How does Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) recorded 1,149 mm in 2025, 52% less rain than the 2,409 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].
