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The Climatic Requirements of the Tea Plant: A Review

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  03 October 2008

M. K. V. Carr
Affiliation:
Tea Research Institute of East Africa, Kericho, Kenya

Summary

Research and observations on how climate effects the growth and yield of the tea plant are reviewed. Despite differences in the types of tea grown and the cultural techniques practiced in the different tea areas, an attempt is made to define quantitatively the climatic conditions needed to maintain growth rates at a high level. The need for critical work in the future is emphasized.

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Research Article
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1972

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