Archive · 27 Jun 2025
Kochi Tea Auctions See Boost Following Israel-Iran Developments
The Kochi Tea Auction saw good news for orthodox tea, with prices going up.
This boost came after a possible ceasefire between Israel and Iran, which has a big impact on tea sales.
Buyers from places like West Asia and CIS countries are buying more.
Orthodox tea prices went up because of the increased demand.
However, heavy rain is causing fewer tea bags to arrive, which could mean prices stay high.
The market for other types of tea, like CTC and orthodox dust, is also doing well, with more buyers and higher prices.
Orthodox tea prices at Kochi auctions rose after an apparent ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
Export demand from West Asia and CIS countries increased, leading to higher prices.
The price of orthodox varieties increased by ₹7 to ₹180 compared to the previous week.
Heavy rainfall in the high ranges has affected tea arrivals.
CTC and orthodox dust markets saw increased demand and higher prices.
- Who
- Exporters and buyers from West Asia and CIS countries.
- What
- Orthodox tea prices increased at the Kochi Tea Auction.
- When
- Sale 26 of the Kochi Tea Auction.
- Where
- Kochi Tea Auction
- Why
- Due to improved export demand and a possible ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
Impact of Rainfall
Market Dynamics
Effect on Tea Supply and Pricing
Impact of Rainfall
Heavy rains have affected tea arrivals to the auction platform.
Market Dynamics
The heavy rains may favor prices further.
- Orthodox Price Increase
- ₹7 to ₹180
- Previous Week's Price
- ₹173
- Main Buyer of Orthodox Tea
- Iran
- Annual Tea Procured by Iran
- 30-35 million kg
- CTC Leaf Market
- Steady to firm
- CTC Dust Market
- Firm to dearer