Katharine Burnett

Founding director of the Global Tea Institute for the Study of Tea Culture and Science and professor of Chinese art history; provides historical and cultural context on tea origins and rituals.

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Nov 4, 2025 • 24min

Is trouble brewing for the worldwide tea industry?

This discussion features Katharine Burnett, an expert in tea culture, who dives into tea's rich history in China and its rituals. Cristina Larrea explores the nuances of tea processing and the socioeconomic dynamics affecting producers. Harki Sidhu highlights climate challenges facing Indian tea farmers, notably erratic rainfall, while Liberal Seburikoko shares insights on innovative tech like drones helping farmers adapt. The conversation unravels the pressing threats to the tea industry posed by climate change and market disconnect.

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