A black pepper cultivation tour in a tea garden highlights how pepper is grown alongside tea plants. You’ll see pepper vines on trellises, learn about the cultivation and harvesting processes, and discover sustainable farming practices. The tour often includes insights into processing and the economic benefits of this dual crop.
Learn how black pepper is cultivated alongside tea plants, adding diversity to the agricultural practices within the garden.
Enjoy a scenic walk through the tea garden, with explanations of how pepper vines are grown on support trees or trellises interspersed among tea plants.
Observe the growth stages of black pepper, from planting to harvesting, and learn about the ideal conditions required for its cultivation, such as climate, soil, and moisture levels.
Witness or participate in the harvesting of peppercorns, understanding the skill involved in picking the right maturity stage for optimal flavor.
Learn about the drying and processing methods that turn fresh peppercorns into the black pepper used in kitchens around the world.
Discover how the tea garden incorporates sustainable farming techniques in the cultivation of black pepper, promoting soil health and biodiversity.