Good Agricultural (GAP) & Manufacturing (GMP) Practices
Discover how sustainable farming in the fields and clean factory processing guarantee pure, safe, and traceable Ceylon Tea.
Sri Lanka pairs Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) across 200,000+ hectares of tea estates with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) across 700+ registered factories to deliver fresh, pure tea worldwide.
Field-to-Cup Safety & Estate Standards
Certified Standards · Global Food Safety Compliance
In international tea trade, clean quality and chemical purity are essential. Sri Lanka leads the world in applying Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) across its 200,000+ hectares of tea gardens and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) across its 700+ registered factories.
Under the guidance of the Tea Research Institute (TRI) of Sri Lanka, estate managers use natural pest controls, compost enrichment, and clean harvesting practices that ensure tea leaves are free from harmful chemical residues.
Field Farming vs Factory Processing Standards
Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)
Field Cultivation Standards- Soil Care & Terracing: Stone contour terraces on steep mountain slopes protect fertile topsoil from heavy monsoon rains.
- Natural Pest Care: Natural biological methods, shade trees, and organic compost minimize synthetic fertilizer needs.
- Gentle Hand Plucking: Plucking "two leaves and a bud" into breathable woven baskets prevents leaf bruising and keeps leaves fresh.
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Factory Processing Hygiene- Food-Grade Stainless Steel: All rolling tables, fermentation trays, and drying belts are made of clean, durable food-grade stainless steel.
- Clean Air Filtration: Filtered airflow in withering beds prevents dust, pollen, and airborne particles from entering the tea.
- Metal Detection & Sorting: Powerful magnets and electronic sorters remove any foreign materials before packing.
Low Residue & High Safety Standards
Verified by regular laboratory test screens.
100% Ozone-Friendly Guarantee
Sri Lanka is the first and only country in the world to produce 100% Ozone-Friendly Tea certified under the Montreal Protocol. Harmful soil chemicals (like methyl bromide) are completely banned across all tea plantations in Sri Lanka.
Source Certified GMP & GAP Ceylon Tea
Connect directly with certified Sri Lankan estates and processing factories audited by international quality organizations for total peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
GAP standards guide sustainable field farming, including protecting rich topsoil, planting shade trees, using natural pest controls, plucking fresh leaves cleanly, and banning harmful chemical pesticides.
