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Agriculture
Assam Cultivates Matcha Tea, Achieves ₹3,000/kg at Auction
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 04 Jul 2026, 12:32 AM
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Assam has achieved a significant milestone by producing Matcha tea for the first time, with the initial auction fetching a remarkable price of ₹3,000 per kilogram.
In a historic first for the state, Assam has successfully cultivated and produced Matcha tea. This marks a significant diversification for the region's renowned tea industry.
The inaugural auction of Assam-grown Matcha tea saw enthusiastic bidding, culminating in a price of ₹3,000 per kilogram. This achievement highlights the quality and potential of the state's new venture.
The development is expected to open new avenues for tea growers in Assam, potentially boosting the agricultural economy and adding a premium product to the state's export portfolio.
The inaugural auction of Assam-grown Matcha tea saw enthusiastic bidding, culminating in a price of ₹3,000 per kilogram. This achievement highlights the quality and potential of the state's new venture.
The development is expected to open new avenues for tea growers in Assam, potentially boosting the agricultural economy and adding a premium product to the state's export portfolio.