Wudang's tea brand powers rural growth with organic excellence

Nestled in the forested hills of Guaibi village, Wudang district, Guiyang, Guizhou Tiangui Tea Co cultivates 3,441 mu (229.4 hectares) of ecological tea gardens, forming the core production base of the region's public brand "Wuling Wudang".

The tea garden of Guizhou Tiangui Tea Co thrives. [Photo/WeChat account of Wudang district]

With selenium-rich soils, pollution-free surroundings, and a forest coverage rate that nurtures a unique microclimate, the tea garden embodies the brand's commitment to "zero pollution" and "zero excess".

Over 10 premium tea varieties thrive in this protected environment. Interplanted with cherry blossoms and maples, the scenic terraces have also become a destination for agro-tourism. Since 2020, the garden has entered peak production, delivering diverse and high-quality tea leaves rooted in purity and craft.

Tiangui's production philosophy is grounded in zero-additive, fully organic practices. Five rounds of manual weeding per year, biological pest control, and partnerships with biotech firms ensure healthy growth without chemical pesticides. Since the beginning of trial production in 2019, all tea products have met China's organic standards and European pesticide residue thresholds, supporting direct export to Europe.

In a 2,700-square-meter processing facility, over 60 machines utilize advanced infrared and lightwave technology to preserve the natural flavor. With fully automated white tea processing lines and a 200,000-jin annual capacity, the entire chain from leaf to cup is additive-free and quality-controlled.

Tiangui operates under a "company + cooperative + farmer" model, offering training, procurement contracts, and integrated management to 187 households. Tea sales generate over 17 million yuan ($2.37 million) annually in village income, lifting 14 households out of poverty and turning tea leaves into "leaves of prosperity".

Now, Tiangui's green, black, and white teas are flagship products under the "Wuling Wudang" brand. Immersive tea experiences like tea-picking and tasting also draw tourists to the site.

Next, Tiangui will expand through platforms like Douyin and Taobao, bringing Wudang's mountain-grown tea to markets nationwide. Each cup of Tiangui tea delivers more than just flavor, it embodies ecological integrity, artisanal dedication, and the hope of rural vitalization.