C J Plantation

Down in Chennai, you can find C J Plantation at No. 33 Jeenis Road in Saidapet. It is a fairly busy street, but we’ve managed to carve out a spot for ourselves there over the years. We deal with plantation work, which means our days are often tied to the seasons and whatever is growing. The office in Saidapet is where we handle the logistics and the planning side of things. It is not always quiet, as there is always someone coming in or out with news from the fields or asking about supply schedules. We’ve been here long enough that the local shopkeepers know us by name and we know where to get the best afternoon snacks. Chennai weather is famous for being hot, and Jeenis Road is no exception, but we keep the fans going and stay focused on the tasks at hand. We don't really do the whole polished business look. Our shoes might have a bit of dirt on them and the desks are usually covered in maps, lists, or coffee rings. We focus on the plants and the land. It’s hard work, and sometimes things don't go as planned because of the rain or a lack of it. That’s just how it goes when you work with nature and the soil. We aren't trying to be the biggest company out there, just trying to keep the plantation running smoothly and making sure everything is taken care of properly. It’s a practical life, and we wouldn’t have it any other way because we like being close to the earth.