Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Kochi Auctions: Orthodox Tea Prices Rise
In Kochi, the price of orthodox tea leaves went up by Rs5 per kg.
This happened because there was less tea available for sale, and buyers from places like CIS and the Middle East wanted to buy more.
The whole leaf tea became more expensive, while the broken leaves stayed the same price.
Some types of tea that cost more than Rs200 had a harder time selling.
The president of the Tea Trade Association said that the market is getting stronger because there isn't as much tea available, and people in India want to buy more.
This is also because of cold weather in places like Munnar, which makes it harder to grow tea.
Overall, the price of tea is going up.
Orthodox tea leaf prices increased by Rs5 per kg due to reduced offerings.
Whole leaf market was firm to dearer, while brokens remained steady to firm.
Active support from CIS buyers and fair enquiry from Middle East buyers.
CTC dust prices strengthened, with blenders absorbing 75% of the total quantity sold.
Seasonal correction due to winter cold and frost conditions in high-altitude regions.
- Who
- Tea auctioneers, buyers from CIS and Middle East, exporters, upcountry buyers
- What
- Increase in orthodox tea leaf prices due to reduced offerings
- When
- January 30, 2026
- Where
- Kochi auctions
- Why
- Reduced offerings and strong demand from buyers
- Orthodox Leaf Offered Quantity
- 1,95,948 kg
- Orthodox Leaf Sales Percentage
- 90%
- CTC Dust Offered Quantity
- 5,66,642 kg
- CTC Dust Sales Percentage
- 75%
- Orthodox Dust Offered Quantity
- 16,500 kg
- Price Increase
- Rs5 per kg
- Key Buyers
- CIS and Middle East buyers
- Market Trend
- Firmer market structure with tightening supplies