The tea industry plays an important role by granting livelihood to millions of people worldwide, thus occupying a substantial position in global trade and agriculture. However, even in the twenty-first century, this industry faces para mounting challenges pertaining to environmental, social, and economic sustainability. This investigation provides an outline of key aspects of sustainability within the tea industry. First, it examines the environmental challenges of tea cultivation, including pesticide use, the lack of irrigation facilities, deforestation, and water consumption. It further underlines the latest advanced practices like organic farming and agroforestry implemented in tea cultivation. The second aspect of the paper critically scans the social dimensions of sustainability within the tea industry. The underlying issues with gender equality, community development, and fair labor practices have been thoroughly explored. Primarily, the paper focused on highlighting the programs that reinforce inclusion and social well-being in the communities that produce tea. Lastly, the essentiality for value addition, price volatility, and market instability are considered when assessing the tea industry's economic sustainability. The article suggests methods to increase the financial stability of tea growers, including certification schemes, direct trade, and diversification.

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Brewing a Better Future: Navigating Sustainability Challenges in the Tea Industry

  • Nitin Gupta,
  • Vishal Soodan,
  • Tajinder Jassal,
  • Enakshi Dutta

摘要

The tea industry plays an important role by granting livelihood to millions of people worldwide, thus occupying a substantial position in global trade and agriculture. However, even in the twenty-first century, this industry faces para mounting challenges pertaining to environmental, social, and economic sustainability. This investigation provides an outline of key aspects of sustainability within the tea industry. First, it examines the environmental challenges of tea cultivation, including pesticide use, the lack of irrigation facilities, deforestation, and water consumption. It further underlines the latest advanced practices like organic farming and agroforestry implemented in tea cultivation. The second aspect of the paper critically scans the social dimensions of sustainability within the tea industry. The underlying issues with gender equality, community development, and fair labor practices have been thoroughly explored. Primarily, the paper focused on highlighting the programs that reinforce inclusion and social well-being in the communities that produce tea. Lastly, the essentiality for value addition, price volatility, and market instability are considered when assessing the tea industry's economic sustainability. The article suggests methods to increase the financial stability of tea growers, including certification schemes, direct trade, and diversification.