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US FDA officially recognises tea as 'healthy' beverage, Indian Tea Association calls it 'pivotal development'

On December 19, the FDA issued a final rule updating the 'healthy' nutrient content claim, aimed at helping consumers identify foods that support dietary recommendations. As part of this update, tea made from Camellia sinensis has been included as a beverage eligible for the 'healthy' descriptor.

When biggies fear the small: Tea industry trend continues

The share of small growers in India’s tea total production has now touched 51.91%. The bigger players are crying foul. They say they are being denied a level-playing field, small players, with no proper knowledge, will scuttle the export market.

Missing link in the great Indian tea bazaar

Tea isn’t just a beverage in India; it's a state of mind. And yet, the world’s second–largest producer hasn’t quite taken the world’s teacup by storm. With a little savvy and some hardnosed business moves, we could change the script.

Rs 99,999 a kg: What makes Assam's Manohari Gold tea special

Factors like plucking tea buds in the early morning hours and at specific times of the year, and cutting and rolling the tea manually, matter, say tea producers.

Bad weather, low output and high prices may spoil 2021 prospects for Indian tea industry

Indian tea industry is staring at another bleak year in 2021 with inclement weather and high prices threatening to push down both production and exports of the beverage.

ITA estimates Rs 2,100 crore revenue loss for tea industry in Assam and West Bengal during Mar-May

"The lockdown due to COVID-19 pandemic has aggravated the financial stress of the tea industry," an ITA official said.

Ready to suspend trade with Pakistan if asked: Tea association

"ITA is ready to suspend tea trade with Pakistan if asked by the government particularly in the wake of terror attacks in Kashmir," ITA chairman Azam Menom told PTI.

Tea industry seeks govt sops for consumption boost

"The viability of the Indian tea industry is under threat due to stagnating price levels. We want the government to create a awareness campaign and a branding agenda for long-term sustainability", Chairman, ITA, A K Bhargava told reporters here today.

Tea prices to rise in 2012 on supply shortage, wage hike

Get set to pay more for your cup of tea. A continued demand-supply gap, high input costs and wage hikes for tea garden workers means tea prices will go up around Rs 10 per kg when the new season begins this year.

Iran payment solution in a month: Commerce Secy

Commerce Secretary Rahull Khullar today said a long-term solution to the issue of oil payments to Iran will be in place in a month.