Rukuriri Tea; A Warm Embrace in Every Sip!
Rukuriri Tea Factory is one of the 54 KTDA-Managed Factories. It is located in Embu County, and serves over10,720 smallholder tea growers with a combined acreage of 1,651.60 hectares. It is approximately 170 kilometers Northeast of Nairobi.
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Our Mission
“Evolving Tea; Unexpectedly simple, delightfully innovative!”
Our Vision
“Daring to distill brilliance; Innovating Tea Craftsmanship for a New Standard”
Our company profile
WHEN
Rukuriri Tea Factory was built in 1984, and later commissioned for operations on the 19th of March, 1984.
WHERE
Rukuriri Tea Factory is in Rukuriri Sub-Location, Kyeni North Location, Embu County, 6 kilometers from the Embu-Meru highway and 170 km from Nairobi. Rukuriri sits at 1800m above sea level, 0.4º South of the Equator, and 37.5º East Longitude, about 80 km south of the Equator on Mount Kenya’s South Eastern slopes.
Our Products
Black CTC Tea
Black CTC Tea: Bold, robust, and quick-brewing black tea with a rich, malty flavor, known for its unique crush, tear, and curl processing method. Energizing and full-bodied.
Embark on a
journey
of excellence
with Rukuriri Tea Factory.
Consistent Output
Precision is our mantra. From lush gardens to skilled hands, expect an unwavering quality in every brew.
Smooth Operations
From cultivation to crafting, our commitment guarantees a harmonious journey from plantation to your cup.
Cost Reduction
We embrace innovation to streamline processes and trim costs without compromising the essence of our exceptional teas.
Our Impact
52
Buying Centers
10K+
Farmers
45,000
Dependants
1.6K+
Acreage
Special Projects
The Thuci-Hydro power generation project, under construction, will power three Embu County tea factories: Rukuriri, Mungania, and Kathangariri. Once operational, these factories will be fully self-sufficient in power and sell excess energy to the national grid.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Rukuriri has a significant tree planting initiative, with 228 acres of land and 151,035 eucalyptus trees planted. The factory’s tree nursery produces 70,000 seedlings annually (including eucalyptus, gravillea, and indigenous species), offered at subsidized prices and distributed freely to schools and institutions within Embu County.
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