Lockdown changed the tea import market

This year's spring was particularly demanding for the tea market. Worldwide reports have shown how movement restrictions to stop the spread of SARS-CoV-2 appeared during the most valuable leaf harvesting season, the so-called first flush, and delayed some deliveries for about a month. The estimates also showed that the production of tea in India in 2020 will probably decrease by 120 million kg, or 9 percent. Transportation also became problematic as there were fewer trucks available for transportation. At the same time, all of these events came about when the global demand for tea increased due to the need to stay at home. Tea, as the second most popular drink in the world, has gained in attractiveness due to a number of taste and health benefits. It is worth remembering that fresh, high-quality tea has scientifically proven health benefits related to, among others, with antioxidant properties and - which is especially important in the era of viral threats - perfectly ...