The rains have returned, and our gardens are at their lush peak. Every corner of the estates hum with activity – trucks move between divisions, factory floors alive with rhythm, and supervisors watching leaf inflow carefully.
Mid-season gives us a clear view of where we stand – and this year, we’re proud to say that our progress goes beyond volume.
At Welcome Tea Company, we’ve reduced diesel use by 12% through the upgradation to energy-efficient dryers and insulation upgrades. We’ve also started help build and improve small-scale compost pits at each of our garden partners, converting pruning waste and biomass into organic fertiliser.
Operationally, quality has remained good despite erratic rainfall. Our field managers have adapted plucking intervals to ensure the tender two-leaf-and-a-bud standard even during humid weeks. We’re also seeing buyers increasingly prioritise traceable sourcing.
Mid-season 2022 reaffirms our belief that excellence and responsibility go hand in hand. Every improvement we are making today is an investment in the Welcome Group’s tomorrow.
