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This research proposal aims to address the imbalance between tea exports and domestic tea quality for consumers.

July 7, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Balancing Tea Export and Domestic Food Security: Strategies for Affordable High-Quality Tea in Bangladesh

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This research proposal aims to address the imbalance between tea exports and domestic tea quality for consumers.
Proposes a mixed-methods approach to evaluate strategies for affordable high-quality tea.
Investigates the role of genetically improved tea varieties and innovations.
Assesses socio-economic impacts on consumer welfare and food security.
Identifies gaps in high-quality tea availability for local consumers.
Suggests evidence-based strategies to enhance tea quality and affordability.
Aims to provide recommendations for policymakers addressing food security.

Abstract

This manuscript presents a research proposal examining the imbalance between high-quality tea exports and the availability of lower-grade tea in the domestic market of Bangladesh. The study proposes to investigate strategies for improving affordable, high-quality tea for local consumers including the potential role of genetically improved tea varieties and other innovations. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research aims to evaluate the socio-economic implications for consumer welfare, food security and the tea industry and to provide evidence-based recommendations for policymakers.

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