Yunnan
95% of China's coffee, Pu'er tea heartland
Overview
Yunnan produces 95% of China's coffee and is the birthplace of Pu'er tea. From specialty coffee farms in Baoshan to ancient tea plantations, it's an origin destination for food and beverage buyers.
Most people don't think of China for coffee — but Yunnan is the world's 14th largest coffee producer, and its specialty coffee scene is exploding. The same province is the spiritual home of Pu'er tea, with ancient tea trees over 1,000 years old still producing harvestable leaves. For food and beverage buyers, Yunnan is an origin story waiting to be discovered — direct relationships with farmers, processing facilities, and exporters who are only beginning to serve international markets.
Key Industries
How We Source in Yunnan
Discovery Call
We learn your product specs, budget, timeline, and sourcing goals in a 45-min call.
Supplier Shortlist
Our team vets 10-20 factories using trade data, certifications, and sample reviews.
On-Site Audit
We physically visit every factory, inspect production lines, interview management, and document everything.
Due Diligence Report
You receive a 30+ page report with photos, videos, financial health checks, and our recommendation.
Negotiation & Handoff
We facilitate introductions, interpret in meetings, and guide you through the contract process.
Key Highlights
Coffee Farm Visits
Walk specialty coffee farms in Baoshan and Pu'er, meet growers, taste micro-lots, and evaluate processing methods from cherry to green bean.
Tea Plantation Sourcing
Visit ancient tea gardens and modern plantations. Learn to grade Pu'er, black, and green teas by leaf quality, age, and processing technique.
Processing Facility Audits
Inspect washing stations, drying patios, and milling facilities. Verify organic certifications and food safety standards on-site.
Direct Trade Relationships
Skip the middlemen. We facilitate direct relationships with farm cooperatives and processors — better prices, better traceability.
Who This Is For
✓ Great for
- Specialty coffee roasters and importers
- Tea brands and tea house operators
- Health food and superfood companies
- Buyers seeking organic certified products
- Agriculture and food ingredient importers
✗ Not ideal for
- Large-volume commodity coffee buyers (go to Brazil or Vietnam)
- Buyers looking for instant or low-grade products
- Those who can't handle seasonal harvest schedules
Frequently Asked Questions
Sourcing trips from Yunnan
End-to-end supplier verification trips designed around Yunnan's manufacturing strengths.
Ready to Source from Yunnan?
Book a free 30-minute discovery call. We'll design a trip to Yunnan that fits your timeline and budget.