Was October 27, 2026 a cheaper cup of tea?
NO
No — tea is drifting dearer, with Kenyan auction prices up and supply tight.
Why
- Kenya auction average ~$2.36/kg; Rwanda higher at $3.22/kg
- Kenya leaf up to Ksh444/kg as supply tightens
- Global tea export prices ~$2.85/kg, up from earlier lows