Welcome to the official website of the Sri Lanka Tea Board - the apex regulatory and administrative body of the Sri Lankan Tea Industry.
The Sri Lanka Tea Board comprises representatives from both private and government bodies involved in the industry, including cultivators and manufacturers, traders, exporters and plantation employees. We act as the catalyst of growth for Ceylon Tea, the country’s principal and most popular export, by facilitating trade and business, propagation and creating awareness, encouraging research and innovation, and by supporting the creation of a forward thinking and progressive national policy framework.
Tea production grew up by 6%
During the 01st Quarter 2025 Tea Production recorded 62 Mn Kgs, While it was 58 Mn Kgs during the same period in 2024
Auction Sale income recorded 74 Billion during the 01st Quarter
In local auction Rs 74 Billion were recorded during the 01st Quarter, while it was 83 billion during the same period last year.
US$ earnings by the Exports recorded 5% growth
Exports revenue recorded 371 US$ million during the 01st Quarter of 2025. While it was 355 US$ Million during the same period last year.
Ceylon Tea made an impression at the 63rd Damascus International Fair, held from August 26 to September 4, 2026, at the Damascus Fairground. As one of the most prominent international trade and commercial events in the region, the fair served as a vital platform to showcase the finest Sri Lankan tea to global buyers and
The Sri Lanka Tea Board proudly served as the Gold Sponsor of Manhunt Japan 2026, held in February 2026 as part of the Manhunt International 2026 World Final programme. The initiative provided a unique platform to promote the heritage, quality and diversity of Ceylon Tea among the younger generation in Japan. Participants were introduced to
Experience Pure Ceylon Tea in Hong Kong! We are proud to announce that the Sri Lanka Tea Board will organize a Ceylon Tea Pavilion with exporter companies at the International Tea Fair 2026 in Hong Kong from 13th – 15th August 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Sri Lanka Tea Board Booth: 5F-E19 Featured Companies
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beijing successfully promoted Ceylon Tea at the 32nd China Lanzhou Investment and Trade Fair, held from 9–13 July 2026 in Lanzhou, Gansu Province, China. The Ceylon Tea Pavilion featured the participation of the tea importing representatives of Imperial Tea Exports (Pvt) Ltd and Sinolan Tea (Pvt) Ltd, who showcased
Sri Lanka promotional event at the Capital Club, Beijing, successfully brought together an exclusive audience of business leaders and professionals, featuring joint presentations on Ceylon Tea and Sri Lanka Tourism. The program included a curated Ceylon Tea tasting experience, traditional Sri Lankan sweets, and a live tea ceremony performance showcasing the heritage and artistry of
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beijing successfully organized the Sri Lanka Pavilion at the 4th Supply Chain Expo 2026, held in Beijing from 22–26 June 2026, showcasing Sri Lanka’s premium export products with Ceylon Tea as the main attraction. The participation reinforced the global reputation of Ceylon Tea, while promoting Ceylon Cinnamon, Ceylon Gems,
Sri Lanka successfully promoted Ceylon Tea at the National Pavilion of the China–South Asia Expo 2026 held in Kunming, Yunnan Province (11–16 June 2026), with strong focus on Tea Promotion and national branding. The event was organized by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beijing in collaboration with the Department of Commerce of Sri Lanka,
The Tea Promotion Unit of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beijing represented Ceylon Tea at the South Asia Commodity Tea Festival 2026 held alongside the South Asia Commodity Expo in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China. The event was graced by Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe, Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development, who attended as
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beijing proudly commemorated International Tea Day 2026 with a special promotional event highlighting the rich heritage, quality, and global reputation of Ceylon Tea. The event was graced by Hon. Dr. Kaushalya Ariyarathna, Deputy Minister of Mass Media of Sri Lanka, who underscored the vital role of tea in Sri
The Sri Lanka Tea Board, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and 27 Sri Lankan Missions overseas, successfully concluded a series of International Tea Day 2026 celebrations across key global destinations, promoting the heritage, quality, and sustainability of Pure Ceylon Tea. Organized under the theme “Sustaining Tea – Supporting Communities,” the global campaign
Sri Lanka made a strong impact at SIAL Shanghai 2026 with participation from TDK Trade Links (Pvt.) Ltd., Meezan & Company (Pvt.) Ltd., Hedleys Tea (Pvt.) Ltd., and Moragaha Ella Estate (Pvt.) Ltd. under the Sri Lanka Tea Board pavilion, actively engaging in buyer meetings, matchmaking sessions, and discussions with Chinese importers and distributors, generating
Fresh Tea Festival -2026 (Neum Tea Mangallaya) The Annual Fresh Tea Festival (Neum Tea Mangallaya), a major cultural event in Sri Lanka’s tea industry will be held on 31st May 2026 for the 09th consecutive year at religious venues across all tea-growing regions of the country. Ceylon Tea, with a proud heritage spanning over 159
Sri Lanka successfully promoted Pure Ceylon Tea at the 8th China International Tea Expo 2026 held in Hangzhou, China from 21–25 May. With the facilitation of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beijing, four Sri Lankan tea companies—Venture Tea (Pvt) Ltd, Imperial Tea Exports (Pvt) Ltd, Akbar Brothers (Pvt) Ltd, and Merctea International (Pvt) Ltd—showcased
Sri Lanka successfully promoted Ceylon Tea at the 18th Anhui International Tea Industry Expo 2026 held in Hefei, China. With the support of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beijing, Venture Tea (Pvt) Ltd, Imperial Tea Exports (Pvt) Ltd, Millennium Teas (Pvt) Ltd, and Sinolan Teas (Pvt) Ltd participated at the event representing their Chinese
Sri Lanka’s Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure, Hon. Samantha Vidyarathna, led the Sri Lankan delegation to the Main Venue Event of International Tea Day 2026 in Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, held under the theme “Silk Road Tea Aroma, Intelligence for Shared Prosperity”. During the event, the Hon. Minister met with H.E. Xu
Ceylon Tea Walk 2026 – International Tea Day Celebrations Yesterday, we proudly celebrated International Tea Day at the Sri Lanka Tea Board with the successful completion of the first-ever Tea Walk in Sri Lanka, bringing together stakeholders, tea industry representatives, exporters, plantation companies, tea smallholders, tea brokers, tea tasters, government officials, and tea lovers in
International Tea day celebration 2026 – A message from the Hon. Minister of Plantation & Community Infrastructure https://www.facebook.com/reel/1848881975778828 International Tea day celebration 2026 – A message from the Chairman of the Sri Lanka Tea Board https://www.facebook.com/reel/1525941332374851
In honor of International Tea Day 2026, the Sri Lanka Tea Board, in collaboration with 27 Sri Lankan Overseas Missions, will host a series of events celebrating the heritage, craftsmanship, and sustainable excellence of Pure Ceylon Tea. These initiatives are designed to strengthen global trade linkages, foster new partnerships, and expand market opportunities for Ceylon
Ceylon Tea was showcased at the 15th Sichuan International Tea Expo 2026 in Chengdu through a complimentary participation organized by the Tea Promotion Unit of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beijing. Brands including Ceylon Tips, Lions Tea, and Hidden Hills promoted Pure Ceylon Tea, attracting strong trade interest. The participation strengthened Ceylon Tea visibility
The Logo is owned by the Sri Lanka Tea Board and globally trademarked. The Lion Logo on your pack of tea is a guarantee for 100% Pure Ceylon Tea packed in Sri Lanka. To ensure what you buy is Ceylon Tea, look for the Lion Logo.
The Tea Commissioner’s Division of the Sri Lanka Tea Board plays a pivotal role in regulating the core functions that relate to the cultivation, manufacturing and quality development of tea.
The Promotion Division of the Sri Lanka Tea Board is responsible for defining, promoting and protecting the image of Ceylon Tea across the world.
The Tea Export Division of the Sri Lanka Tea Board provides a multitude of important functions with the power vested upon the SLTB by the Tea (Tax and Control of Exports) Act no. 16 of 1959
The Analytical Laboratory facilitates the testing and certification requirements of the Sri Lankan Tea industry on the quality assurance of Ceylon Tea.
The Tea Tasting Division is responsible for assessing the quality of Ceylon Tea prior to the auction and export.
The IT and Statistical Division acts as the single, convenient point of access to comprehensive, reliable and up-to-date information relevant to anyone involved or interested in the Tea industry in Sri Lanka.
The Administration Division is responsible for the formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all Human Resources Management, Human Resources Development activities and general Administration functions of the Board.
The Finance Division is responsible for the overall financial control and management of the Sri Lanka Tea Board. Other major activities of the Finance Division is the preparation of financial policies for the Board, preparation of annual budgets, annual financial statements, monthly accounts and periodic reports, inventory maintenance and annual verification and submission of annual accounts to the Auditor General.
Purpose of the Internal Audit division is to enable the internal audit functions effectively and efficiently to allocate its Financial, Administration and Human Resources to meet the expectations of the key stakeholders such as Government of Sri Lanka, Tea Factory Owners, Tea Estate Owners, Tea Traders, tea sector workers, and Publics in Sri Lanka.
All tea grown in Sri Lanka is now one hundred percent ozone-friendly. So the next time you reach for a cup of Ceylon Tea, remember that you're also protecting an environmental resource critically important to all life on Earth.
The Sri Lanka Tea Board Closely working with several Stake Holder Organizations to ensure the sustained development and growth of the Tea industry.
An Association commenced in 1894 represented by sellers and buyers together with brokers and largely responsible for the conducting of the weekly tea auction a function seconded to them by the Sri Lanka Tea Board since 1975. CTTA is an affiliated member of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.
The oldest plantation body representing the interests of the plantation sector and today it is the main industry acting as the voice of the Regional Plantation Companies.
An Association set up in 1999 to represent the interests of the tea exporters. It has been registered with Registrar of Companies under Companies Act No. 7 of 2007 as an association.
Set up in 1990 to represent a larger number of the Private Tea Factory Owners who are mainly responsible for the manufacturing of green leaf supplied by the smallholders and larger growers.
Kandy teas tend to produce a relatively bright infusion with a coppery tone. Though lighter in the cup, they present a good deal of strength and body.
Probably the best-known of Sri Lanka’s tea-growing districts Nuwara Eliya’s high elevation combined with low temperature, produces teas of exquisite bouquet. The infusion in the cup is the lightest (palest) of all the types of Ceylon Tea, with a golden hue and a delicately fragrant flavour.
Due to the close proximity of Uda Pussellawa to Nuwara Eliya, its tea is often compared to that of its neighbour. But it is darker in the cup, with a pinkish hue, of greater strength, and exquisitely tangy.
The remote Uva district is exposed to the winds of both northeast and southwest monsoons, believed to endow the tea produced here with a special, unmistakable character and exotically aromatic flavour. The mellow, smooth taste of Uva Tea, once experienced, is easily distinguished.
Dimbula teas are defined as “high grown” and produces a variety of microclimates, which produce differences in flavour – sometimes jasmine mixed with cypress. All, however, share the Dimbula character: a tea that produces a fine golden-orange hue in the cup, and which is refreshingly mellow.
Sabaragamuwa is Sri Lanka’s biggest tea-growing region or district, the teas of which are low-grown . The liquor is dark yellow-brown with a reddish tint while the aroma has a hint of sweet caramel, not quite as strong: yet exceptionally stylish.
The teas of the Ruhuna district are defined as “low-grown” and the strong full-flavoured black tea is a distinctively unique Ruhuna specialty popular especially in Middle Eastern countries.
