Nahorhabi Estate got its name from ‘Nahor’ trees, because once this area had beautiful forest of Nahor trees. This tree bears sparkling red tender leaves during spring which gives it a majestic look. There is a small heritage attached to this estate situated in the Shivasagar District where the famous Shiva Temple is located, a pilgrimage place for pilgrims from all over India . The tea estate though situated in Assam is also very near to the state of Nagaland.
Nahorhabi Tea estate was acquired by Jayshree Tea and Industries Ltd. In 1955. Over the years with continuous investment in expansion, quality and infrastructure, the total area under tea plantation has increased from 227.77 to 696.37 hectare. it is one of the first tea estates in North India to receive ISO 9002 certificate for growing, processing and marketing of Orthodox and CTC tea and also one of the first tea estate in the world for Orthodox tea processing.
The garden management is committed to protecting the environment and uplifting ecological balance of the area. One side of the garden is covered by dense forest. Garden management also carries out regular plantation of trees in the fallow areas of the garden.
Nahorhabi garden produces excellent quality Assam orthodox and CTC teas.
- First Tea Estate in north India to receive ISO 9002 certificate for growing, processing and marketing of Orthodox and CTC tea and probably the first in the world for orthodox tea processing.
- Certificate for outstanding performance for selling from J Thomas & Co. Pvt. Ltd.
- Continuous afforestation program to maintain and uplift ecological balance of the area.
Cultivation Area
- Tea cultivation : 696.37 Hectare
- Irrigated area : NIL Hectare
- Gross yield : 1301 tons per year
Type of Teas
- Orthodox Tea
- CTC Tea