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A new small-scale Spinning Cone Column for
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during every step of production.
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conditions are exceptional. The slower
growth of tea leaves in high-altitude re-
gions allows for better control of the
plucking process. Studies suggest that
Nepalese high-grown teas have lower caf-
feine content and higher levels of linalo-
ol, a compound that contributes to their
distinctive aroma and flavor. Preliminary
laboratory tests indicate that the antioxi-
dant content in Nepali tea is higher.
Using Regenerative Farming
to Enhance Nepali Tea
Another model is the Regen Tea program
initiated by Annabel Kalmar, founder of
Tea Rebellion. Based in the UK, Tea Re-
bellion challenges the traditional tea trade
by directly connecting tea drinkers with
farmers, bypassing intermediaries. In an
interview with STiR Coffee and Tea, An-
nabel Kalmar discusses her relationship
with Nepali farmers and the goals of the
Regen Tea program.
"I have been working with Nepali tea
farmers for the last eight years," says Kal-
mar. "Small, unique buyers purchase Ne-
pali tea." Regen Tea aims to help farmers
adopt regenerative tea farming practices
and ensure they receive an ROI. The
program is now working with pilot farms in several tea regions around the world to
help them transition to regenerative methods and document the process.
Three Nepali tea farmer cooperatives, Ilam Tea Cooperative, Siddhadevi Tea Es-
tate, and Nepal Tea Collective, have expressed interest in participating in the Regen
Tea pilot.
"All of these cooperatives are comprised of multiple smallholder tea growers who
are at different stages of adopting regenerative agricultural practices on their farms,"
explained Kalmar. "We are working towards agronomic and resilience benefits."
