New Zealand's only producer finds audience in China
Zealong Tea, New Zealand's only commercial tea company, has found a receptive audience in China thanks to the pristine environment where it is cultivated. Specializing in green and oolong teas, Zealong Tea opened a shop in Beijing this year, where tea is particularly valued and premium varieties can fetch thousands of dollars per pound. According to the company, its products are particularly prized because there are no chemical sprays, fertilizers or additives used in production. The company currently cultivates 48 hectares of tea plants and produces about 20 ton of tea annually.