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Producers welcome proposal for minimum sustainable price for tea

The Hindu Nov 11, 2026 at 04:00 AM IST India

AI summary

A Tea Board committee has recommended a minimum sustainable price for tea, and industry stakeholders welcomed the proposal as essential for workers' wages and long‑term sustainability. Producers warn that rising wage costs and the Code on Wages could strain financial viability, while the Ministry of Commerce has yet to decide.

Key takeaways

  • The proposed minimum sustainable price aims to align tea prices with rising production costs.
  • Stakeholders say the measure could boost garden workers' daily wages, currently ₹250.
  • Producers fear additional wage regulations may increase costs and threaten profitability.
  • The Ministry of Commerce has not yet approved the recommendation.
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