Why choose organic tea?

Organic tea is grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers. It undergoes strict testing and certification, making it safer for health, better for the environment, and more sustainable for farmers.

Does organic tea contain pesticides?

Certified organic tea does not contain synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Unlike conventional tea, which may carry chemical residues that dissolve during brewing, organic tea is tested to ensure safety.

Is organic tea healthier than conventional tea?

Yes. Organic tea avoids harmful pesticide residues and GMOs, and many people report fewer side effects such as nervousness or insomnia. It is a cleaner, safer choice that supports overall wellness.

Does organic tea use GMOs?

No. The use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) is prohibited in organic farming. Certified organic tea is always GMO-free.

Why is organic tea better for farmers?

Organic farming reduces farmers’ exposure to toxic pesticides, preventing health risks such as poisoning and chronic diseases. It also sustains traditional family-owned tea farms focused on quality and ethical practices.

How does organic tea help the environment?

Organic tea farming avoids chemicals that contaminate soil and rivers. It helps preserve biodiversity, protects pollinators, and maintains healthy ecosystems for future generations.

Estradora - Japanese tea farmers harvesting fresh green tea leaves in organic tea fields under sunny sky

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Organic Tea Production: Why It Matters

Currently, the choice of organic products in various areas (cosmetics, food, drinks, etc.) has become a real trend. Organic Tea Production is an important part of this movement, offering a healthier and more sustainable choice. We have prepared six main factors why you should choose organic tea.

1. Safety in consumption

Synthetic pesticides are known to pose significant, well-recognised risks to human health, including birth defects, nervous system damage, hormone and endocrine system disruption, respiratory disorders, skin and eye irritation, and various types of cancer. Herbicides have also been linked to certain cancers and Parkinson's disease.

Chemicals and fertilizers can remain in the leaf structure and be water-soluble - releasing from the tea leaves during brewing.

In 2012, Greenpeace discovered that many Chinese teas contained large amounts of pesticides, harmful to health and reducing life expectancy.

Before a product is labeled "Organic", it undergoes strict testing - including laboratory analysis, checks of the growth area, processing method, management system, storage, packing, and transportation. With Organic Tea Production, you can be sure you’re buying a product that supports your health.

2. Better for farmers

In Japan, tea cultivation is often a family business. There is a healthy tendency to use fewer chemicals due to cases of pesticide poisoning and even death. Organic Tea Production also preserves the natural balance, focusing on nourishing plants through a healthy soil ecosystem.

3. Support small farmers and farms

Small tea enterprises are more often family-run, operating with ethical principles and focusing on quality over quantity. Choosing Organic Tea Production helps sustain these small businesses.

4. Better for tea plants

Would you rather drink tea from a plant grown in a toxic, stressful environment, or tea grown in harmony with nature? Sensitive people often notice a difference between organic tea and conventional tea. Some negative side-effects from tea - such as nervousness or insomnia - may come not from caffeine, but from chemicals used in conventional farming.

5. No GMO

The use of GMOs in organic farming is prohibited. Products can only be labeled "Organic" if they are 100% GMO-free. Organic Tea Production guarantees no genetic modification in your cup.

6. Preserving nature’s ecosystem

Many pesticides used in conventional tea farming contain heavy metals. These contaminate not only the plants but also the soil, pollute rivers, and harm beneficial insects - often creating a cycle that requires even more pesticide use. Organic Tea Production helps protect ecosystems for future generations.

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