Georgia's tea growers working to revive a Soviet-era industry
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Some three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union brought down Georgia's once-huge tea industry, some local entrepreneurs are working to rehabilitate derelict tea plantations and breathe new life into the sector.
Breakdown
- Georgia's tea industry was a major supplier during the Soviet era but collapsed after independence.
- By 2016, tea production in Georgia had declined by 99 percent from its 1985 peak. 1m 14s
- Tea plants were first introduced to Georgia in the early 20th century and flourished in its climate. 1m 30s
- Entrepreneurs have begun rehabilitating abandoned plantations and processing facilities to revive the industry. 1m 50s
- New companies are focusing on producing high-quality, distinctive Georgian tea for local and European markets. 2m 8s