Revealing our philosophy of Prajãva
Love and prosperity through community
Be part of a joyful tea revolution
Celebration is at the heart of everything we do. Our vibrant tea revolution celebrates our global community of farmers, blenders and producers. Together these wonderful people create our unique range of Fairtrade and organic teas.
Discover our organic teas
Tea for every mood and moment. Ranging from the traditional to the more exotic, our deliciously varied range of organic teas and tisanes are bursting with flavours for you to explore.
Prajāva in practice
Three internal and three external pillars guide how we put our core concept of Prajāva into practice. The pillars are interrelated, reflecting the virtuous cycle created by our approach to people, planet and profit.
Our virtuous cycle - internal
Empower with knowledge
Knowledge gives people the power to change their world, so we continually help our people learn and grow through training.
Inclusivity through open book management
With a view to becoming a significantly employee-owned business, we are open and transparent with our people on all aspects of business.
An employee-owned business
Our employees will significantly own English Tea Shop one day, so nowadays they help us define our strategy, vision, and objectives.
Prajāva in practice
Three internal and three external pillars guide how we put our core concept of Prajāva into practice. The pillars are interrelated, reflecting the virtuous cycle created by our approach to people, planet and profit.
Our virtuous cycle - external
Enhanced quality of life for farmers
Organic farming should empower farmers and improve their quality of life. We offer farmers support to make this a reality.
Education and training for farmers and their families
Through education and training, we aim to help farming communities create sustainable businesses for future generations.
Promote sustainable & profitable organic farming
By offering support with finance, equipment and training, we help generate more profit and encourage farmers to go organic.
Love and Prosperity through Community
Beyond organic tea
The Sri Lankan word for community – Prajãva – guides every business decision we make. Everyone from farm to cup, including our customers at home, is passionate about excellent organic teas that do good for the planet. Our team feel connected to our mission and know they play a valuable role in making it a reality. This inspires them to give their best, whether they plant or pick, process or pack. All of these wonderful people make up our tea-loving community and are connected through our shared value system.
Our tea revolution: Impact
We set up English Tea Shop with the aim of having a positive impact on people and the planet while making amazing tea. This impact is down to our community’s passion for and commitment to quality, sustainability, and creating meaningful change.
30%
employee owned
2999
small-scale farmers work with us directly
46%
of our employees are women
29%
of Sri Lanka’s organic tea production exported by us
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