Phongsaly Green OP

Origin of ingredients

Phongsaly Saylom Green tea Factory

Terroir

Phongsaly Saylom Green tea Factory is located in the province of Phongsaly, in northern Laos. The region is characterized by its mountainous landscapes and dense forests. Steep slopes give way to deep valleys with a wide range of altitudes up to 2,000 meters. The province enjoys a tropical monsoon climate. Rainfall during the wet season supplies Phongsaly with water for irrigation. During the dry season, the hydrographic network of rivers, such as the Nam Ou, ensures the irrigation function while playing an important role in the local life of the villages bordering the waterways. The region's extensive rainforests are mainly found in slightly acidic, humus-rich soils, and are home to a wide variety of plant and animal species. Endemic species such as gibbons, langurs, elephants and various birds and reptiles inhabit the region, benefiting from government conservation efforts.

Community projects

Since 1994, the Phongsaly authorities have been encouraging agricultural conversion to tea, in collaboration with the region's local communities. Fairtrade certified, over 980 producers benefit from the fair trade premium. These funds enable them to improve village infrastructure by subsidizing medical, administrative and educational services.