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Amid growing concerns over pesticide contamination in Assam’s tea industry, the Assam Tea Manufacturers Association (ATMA) has made the unprecedented decision to shut down all operations indefinitely, affecting hundreds of tea factories across the state starting June 1. ATMA President, Ramesh Sharma, emphasized the urgent need to address the rampant use of banned pesticides by […]
Guwahati, Assam – In commemoration of International Tea Day, Pramod Boro, Chief Executive Member of the Bodoland Territorial Council, conveyed profound appreciation for the tea garden communities across Assam. Acknowledging their invaluable contributions, Boro emphasized the global renown of Assam’s tea, renowned for its exquisite flavor and aroma, attributing its success to the unwavering dedication […]
Guwahati: The Tea Board of India and the Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Assam, introduced the new logo for Assam Tea on Sunday to celebrate 200 Glorious Years of Assam Tea. The logo was unveiled in the city of Guwahati. The revised logo is then authorised and made available for usage by tea […]
Guwahati: The state government has allocated over Rs 550 crore for the fiscal year 2023–2024, providing a significant boost to the 200-year-old Assam tea sector. The tea industry has supported the state economy for about 200 years. It goes without saying that the tea industry is crucial for generating employment. Our population is heavily dependent […]
As the world’s forests continue to shrink, an Assam tea entrepreneur on Thursday launched tea packed in a plantable seed packet with an aim to combat threatened biodiversity and climate change. The tea packet can be planted in the soil to grow a plant. According to the entrepreneur, Ranjit Baruah, the packet is made of […]