Golden Leaf puts up to GEL 1 million in total into Khoni tea factory
BMG reported on 22 September 2026 that Golden Leaf was building a tea processing factory in the village of Dedalauri, Khoni municipality. At the time of the report, the company ran a 65-hectare plantation there, leased for 25 years under a state programme. According to the founder, the launch was expected in spring 2027. The plantation produced about 25 tonnes of fresh tea leaf in 2025.
The company had already put about GEL 500,000 into the plantation and factory and planned to invest up to GEL 500,000 more on full equipment. It aimed to produce 60-65 tonnes of finished tea a year and sell it under the Okatse brand at home and abroad, starting with Central Asia. At the time of the report it employed 35-40 seasonal workers and expected 10-15 permanent staff once the factory opened.
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