People
We foster a diverse and equitable environment through collaboration and engagement, respecting and empowering individuals to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
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We preserve our home by minimising our environmental footprint and doing what’s right for the planet to meet the needs of the present without compromising the needs of future generations.
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We pursue quality, efficiency, and productivity through continuous improvements and product development, with a focus on sensorial experiences and wellness.
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Partnerships for environmental conservation initiatives
In addition to maintaining 45% of forest cover in the highlands estates, BOH also collaborates with like-minded individuals and organisations to create greater impact for conservation initiatives close to home.
BOH works closely with the Global Environment Center (GEC) since 2015 to restore the Kuala Langat North Forest Reserve (KLNFR), a peat swamp ecosystem, while also providing socio-economic assistance to the local Orang Asli communities.
The KLNFR is a nature-based solution to flooding as it reduces the risk of soil erosion, mitigates GHG emissions through carbon storage, and provides a crucial habitat to endangered flora and fauna.
BOH also works with the Tropical Rainforest Conservation and Research Center (TRCRC) since 2019 to support long-term forest preservation, restoration, and biodiversity in the Cameron Highlands and public engagement workshops for urban biodiversity at the Elmina Rainforest Knowledge Center.
Improving lives and empowering the arts with the BOH Cameronian Arts Awards (BCAA)
Since 2022, BOH has partnered with Kakiseni to recognise, reward and raise the bar of excellence for Malaysian performing arts practitioners through the BCAA.
BOH is committed to supporting and showcasing the transformative impact of Malaysia’s rich culture in action, bringing diverse performances and vibrant communities together. This maintains the wellbeing of society and long-term growth of performing arts.
credits to PSYCHOSYNTHESIS presented by Asia Ballet Theatre & Kenny Shim Dance Collective at 19th BOH Cameronian Arts Awards
Improving consumer education and awareness
BOH is bringing our consumers into the circular economy, encouraging the public to increase conservation efforts within their own communities. We utilise our packaging as a medium for communicating our sustainability message to consumers, with a descriptor of which part of our packaging is environmentally friendly to encourage recycling and composting.
In conjunction with our Wellness in a Cup campaign, BOH also initiated a roadshow in selected locations throughout Peninsular Malaysia for a limited time to collect the BOH recyclable packaging, encouraging the public to recycle.
BOH also encourages consumers to personally experience and appreciate the very environment that is so crucial to preserve. In 2014, 2016, and 2019 BOH hosted the BOH Highlands Run, BOH Eco Trail, and BOH 90th Birthday Run respectively to bring hundreds of runners together in support of environmental initiatives. Funds collected were channeled back towards environmental causes.
Sustainability education starts best when it starts early. In 2014, BOH worked in conjunction with the WWF-Malaysia Eco Schools international programme, to support participating schools by implementing a school-wide approach towards sustainability and environmental conservation solutions for students and the public. Through the BOH seed grant, Eco-Schools also embarked on various eco-projects to carry this educational message nationwide.
Regenerative agriculture and Integrated Pest Management
BOH employs Integrated Pest Management (IPM) a system that utilises cultural, biological, and chemical control to maintain pest incidence at levels below those causing economic loss of crop. This IPM strategy is developed based on the knowledge of pests, the economics of control measures, and on the possible harmful effects of pesticides on human health, predators, and the environment.
Effective control of pests depends firstly on various cultural and biological operations, which help in reducing pests, weeds and diseases without any harmful effect on the environment and beneficial organisms. Examples of cultural and biological controls employed at BOH are as follows:
- Clonal and seed banks are maintained to ensure crop quality. In the event of favourable weather for pest outbreaks or during the wet misty season, early plucking is recommended, as shorter plucking intervals can prevent blister blight outbreaks and reduce pest populations as well as breeding sites. (Cultural)
- Trichoderma mycorrhizae is a bio-fungicide in powder form that is diluted and sprayed on the soil to stop the spread of root disease. The organic powder increases the intensity and population of the good fungi in the soil to kill the pathogens in the roots. Tea waste from the factory and sweepings is recycled back to the soil in the form of compost to maintain soil fertility and quality. (Biological)
- Organic fertilizers based on enzymes, plant-based amino acids, and seaweed extracts are used to complement traditional fertilizer regimes, with the aim of reducing dependency on the latter. (Biological)
Where unavoidable, non-broad spectrum chemical pesticides are used to control diseases, pests, or weeds, and selective spraying is carried out for fields that demonstrate higher incident levels of pests as recorded on zonal yellow strips. Use, dosage, and withholding periods (WHPs) of chemical pesticides are done in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and EU Maximum Residual Limits (MRLs), with daily monitoring by the estate and quarterly testing by accredited laboratories.
Reducing our waste and plastic usage
Over 85% of BOH’s packaging materials are recyclable and/or biodegradable, and we are further working towards usage of post-consumer recycled content (PCR), thinner or less materials overall without compromising product safety and quality.
Our BOH Tea Leaves packet tea range, Instant Tea Mix Ice Tea range, and sachets for 17 products (fast-moving products) are packed using polypropylene (PP) material, which is recyclable under classification recycling code No.5. This material only uses one type of PP material, making it easily recyclable by just putting it into the plastic recycle bins.
Furthermore, materials are sustainably sourced such as Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified paper, which ensures that the supply comes from responsibly managed forest sources. We are further transitioning into using recycled materials.
Usage of packaging overall has also been reduced where possible by shifting to tear-box structures for 17 products instead of plastic wrappers. This new tear box removes the need for plastic wraps as the box is now completely sealed until it is purchased and opened.
Past the surface packaging, both our teabags and potbag filter papers are made using plant fibres and wood pulp, which has the benefit of being compostable after 24 months in soil.
Our pyramid tea range uses pyramid bags with biodegradable filter paper that is derived from corn starch.
Our tea centers have also switched from using plastic straws and plastic bags to biodegradable paper straws and oxo-degradable bags respectively.
Reducing our environmental and carbon footprint
Part of BOH’s sustainability policy and commitment is to preserve the environment from deforestation and pollution.
In lieu of fossil fuels, BOH estates primarily utilise biofuels in the form of biowaste as far back as 1987 (e.g. palm kernel shell, wood pellets, empty fruit bunch pellets, coffee waste) and small quantities of firewood from fallen trees (no new development) or old rubberwood (a byproduct of rubber plantations).
Solar energy comprises about 30% (fluctuating by production volume and weather) of the total energy consumption at Bukit Cheeding and Fairlie factories (established 2021 and 2023 respectively) and new solar panels have been installed at BOH and Sungai Palas estate in July, 2024. This lowers our dependence on fossil fuels and reduces carbon dioxide emissions.
Tea with a twist
BOH tea is not always found in a cup. We are constantly bringing our customers new teas, tastes and sensorial journeys with our partners.
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HoneyB compacts the health benefits of honey with the benefits of BOH black tea. BOH stands proudly with other members of Buatan Malaysia, and in 2023, introduced a limited edition ‘Tarik’ series with Zus Coffee.
This year, celebrating our 95th Anniversary, BOH launched our limited edition Tristan’s Reserve in a musical box to honour
the legacy of Datuk Tristan Russell.
Developing healthier, functional teas for our consumers wellbeing
Our products are our promise to our customers. BOH is actively reducing sugar content in all our beverages, using Stevia-a natural alternative safe for diabetic users-instead.
Green tea also provides many known published benefits for physical and mental health.
Our latest product, BOH Imunitea, is a functional tea enriched with Wellmune®, a leading natural beta-glucan from yeast that may help to support the immune system associated with cold.
In addition to Wellmune®, BOH Imunitea contains Inulin. Inulin helps increase intestinal bifidobacteria and helps maintain a good intestinal environment. Making this tea not simply a beverage but also a proactive step towards better wellbeing.
Using smart technology for the fields and factories
From solar power to mechanisation and automation, BOH is continuously improving and upgrading our field and factory operations to serve our customers better and improve the quality and productivity of our workers’ livelihoods.
Drone technology is utilised for application of liquid fertilisers, and has advantages over manual application in steeper areas.
Our plucking machines adopt Japanese technology to enable rapid harvesting of green leaves compared to traditional shears or hand picking.
For higher elevation fields with steep slopes, the usage of zipwires enables rapid evacuation of green leaves and significantly reduces physical burden of the workers.
Where green leaves have to be delivered uphill instead, motorised trailers or electrical wheelbarrows enable smoother transport and reduce physical stress.
Upon reaching the factory, green leaves enter the withering troughs through a monorail system instead of a traditional hoist, reducing labour requirements and ergonomic risks.
