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Name one important beverage crop and specify the geographical conditions required for its growth.

Tea is an important beverage crop. The geographical conditions required for its growth are:

i) It requires a tropical or subtropical climate.


ii) It requires deep, well-drained soil.


iii) Additionally, the soil should be rich in humus and organic matter.


iv) It requires warm and moist free climate all over the year.


v) The growth of the leaves requires frequent showers all over the years.


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