1st crop/plant takes 13-22 months to mature
Determine sugar content
Harvesting is done by cutting the stem just above the ground
Use appropriate tool
Remove the tops and dry leaves/burn the field
Transport cane immediately within 48 hrs
ii)
Harvesting starts 2-4 years after planting
Pluck 2 leaves and a bud
Pluck tea 5-7 days during rain season or 10-14 days during dry seasons
Plucking stick is used to maintain the plucking table
Transport plucked tea to the factory for processing on the same day
Use well aired baskets/do not compress [icked tea leaves
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