Question

With reference to tea cultivation, answer the following:

Mention two problems faced by the tea cultivators in India.

Answer 1

1. High Cost of Production: Tea cultivation is labor-intensive. Wages, maintenance of estates, and processing costs are high, making tea expensive to produce.
2. Fluctuating Prices and Stiff Competition: Indian tea faces tough competition in the global market from countries like Sri Lanka and Kenya. This, along with fluctuating international prices, affects the profitability of tea producers.