Shabnam Weber’s dual leadership role signals closer alignment between Canadian and U.S. tea associations at a moment when trade policy, health research, and sustainability standards are increasingly interconnected across borders.
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Resilient Sri Lanka Rebounds from Ditwah Deluge
Sri Lanka’s tea industry is once again demonstrating resilience in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, which brought intense rainfall, flooding, and localized infrastructure damage across parts of the island, killing more than 650 people, many in tea. While the storm disrupted transportation and caused hardship in several tea-growing districts, industry bodies and local authorities report that core tea manufacturing capacity remains intact, and recovery is already underway.
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Global Dubai Tea Forum 2025
Forum for Uncertain Times: Tea industry leaders and experts discussed how changing trade alliances, increasing tariffs, and geopolitical instability are transforming global tea markets — and how collaboration, innovation, and flexibility might shape the future.
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US Holiday Retail Outlook Dims Ahead of the 2025 Season
Shoppers are expected to seek smaller, meaningful gifts focused on health, comfort, and authenticity—categories where premium tea performs well. Retailers that emphasize craftsmanship, sustainable sourcing, and personal storytelling stand to fare better than those competing on price alone.
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West Bengal ICC Tea Conclave
A two-day conclave hosted by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) of North Bengal to promote tea to India’s youth brought together industry leaders, innovators, and change-makers nationwide to reimagine tea as a next-generation consumer and lifestyle product. | Dan Bolton | Episode 216
Read MoreWest Bengal ICC Tea Conclave
A two-day conclave hosted by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) of North Bengal, aimed at promoting tea to India’s youth, brought together industry leaders, innovators, and change-makers nationwide to reimagine tea as a next-generation consumer and lifestyle product. Hear the Headlines Head the Headlines | Seven Minute Tea News […]
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Tariff Relief Badly Timed for Newly Harvested Tea
Tariffs on Shipments Valued at $800 or Less and Sent Via Postal Services from China Will be Reduced from 120% to 54% | Kenya Halts Rainforest Alliance Audits | West Bengal Conclave Promotes Tea for Youth | PLUS | Progressing Toward Premiumization with Wollenhaupt North America CEO Jason Adams. | Episode 216
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Eliminating the “de minimis” Exemption Will Severely Impact Tea eCommerce
Eliminating the US “de minimis” exemption will severely impact tea eCommerce sales | Episode 215
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Tariffs Trigger Global Selloff
US Delays the Hardest Hitting Tariffs but Raises Duties on Chinese Tea to 152.5% | Japan Adapts to a Matcha Shortfall | China Enjoys a Fine Qing Ming Tea Harvest Holiday | Episode 213
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Kangra Looks Towards West Bengal for Tea Tourism Inspiration | West Bengal Government to Meet Tea Industry Stakeholders
Kangra Looks Towards West Bengal for Tea Tourism Inspiration | West Bengal Government to Meet Tea Industry Stakeholders | Episode 206
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Darjeeling Faces A Challenging First Flush | Growers Ask for 100% Auction Sales | Two Tea Brands Raise Funding
Darjeeling Faces A Challenging First Flush | Growers Ask for 100% Auction Sales | Two Tea Brands Raise Funding | Episode 205
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USAID Dismantled: Help Assess Impact on Tea Globally
Tea Biz is compiling information on the fate of USAID agricultural department projects focused on tea. This may lead others to assist. Help us get the word out by commenting | re-sharing | reply. Send project details and current status to dan@tea-biz.com or find me on WhatsApp (dwjbolton) or WeChat (dwjbolton)
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