Rootical is a regenerative start-up studio in Uganda.
Joined January 2023
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Rootical is Africa’s pioneering #regenerative start-up studio.
We support purpose driven entrepreneurs to build their own regen agri-food businesses that are commercially viable, scalable and impactful, designed to transform the food systems in Uganda.
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𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆 is a reminder that building better food systems means building safer food systems. we all have a role to play in ensuring food is safe from farm to fork.
#WorldFoodSafetyDay
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May 15
Uganda’s farmer-to-extension worker ratio is 1:1800 far below the recommended 1:500.
Yet they produce nearly 80% of the country’s agricultural output.
Through Regenera Wallet by Oreb and Eden Seeds by Emma, farmers received hands-on training in regenerative and organic agri
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May 8
📌Uganda’s milk supply drops by up to 60% during dry seasons due to feed and water shortages, leaving farmers with lost income and uncertainty.
🤝Amani Feeds, founded by Peace Kekirunga, is boosting dairy productivity in western Uganda all year-round
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May 6
🌱Nutritious food shouldn’t be a luxury yet many Ugandan families can’t afford a balanced diet.
🤝Greenspark Agency, by Brenda Asasira, is bridging this , partnering with agroecology producers to create affordable, nutrient-dense food supplements for all youtu.be/OmB7RhVK0zQ
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May 5
In Uganda, poor distribution and knowledge gaps force farmers to use harmful chemicals over organic options.
Ecologic is changing that. Founded by Innocent Ochiti, they use a "lead farmer" network to provide last-mile distribution and hands-on training.
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Apr 28
The future of farming isn’t just about the seeds we plant it’s about how knowledge moves. 🌱
Insights from National Agricultural Extension Week 2026 in Uganda, hosted by @MAAIF_Uganda, @UFAAS1, & @AFAAS_Secretariat.
A thread on bridging the gap between research & the farm. 🧵👇
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Apr 28
2️⃣ The Power of the Narrative
As Dr. Hlami Ngwenya put it: “Those who tell the story shape the narrative.”
Extension is about making science usable, relatable, and trustworthy. We must "wear scientific goggles" to ensure evidence is applied in real-life contexts.
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3️⃣The Bottom Line
Extension sits at the very heart of food system success. To unlock Uganda's potential, we must prioritize multi-actor advisory services that are digital, market-oriented, and most importantly human-centered. 🤝🇺🇬
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Apr 27
🌱Greenproof is helping Ugandan farmers transition to regenerative agriculture through community demo gardens, hands-on guidance, and accessible inputs.
💡David is turning uncertainty into evidence.
Watch the vision: youtu.be/SaGKxkGNIlY
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Apr 23
1 in 4 Ugandan children face malnutrition due to limited access and time.
✨Taste of Tasty Pleasure is changing that. Akello Clare’s instant millet & soy porridge makes healthy feeding fast and affordable.
🎥Watch her journey to end stunting: youtu.be/FORgRSBmPHw
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Apr 9
We’re so proud of Mariam Nakiryowa our very own on her 1st book! 📚
From ejjobyo to Jambula, Mariam is documenting Uganda’s "savior crops" the resilient foods that survive when others fail.
A true gift to our food heritage.
Get your copy: tinyurl.com/2t72hbmc
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Feb 21
Rootical is hiring a hands-on Field Operator to work with smallholder farmers, pilot regenerative farms, and restore degraded landscapes with syntropic agroforestry, solar irrigation and market access.
📩 Apply by March 6 → talent@rootical.org
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Feb 10
Day One of Rootical’s Founders Gathering marked our shift into the Studio Phase where ideas stop being interesting and start becoming real businesses.
At Rootical, talent is measured by judgement, that work matters.
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Rootical retweeted
5 Dec 2025
Water Farmers is a Rootical inhouse venture regenerating Ugandas degraded farm landscapes while boosting smallholder productivity and income
Combining syntropic agroforestry and irrigation-as a service to help farmers grow more food restore soils and the dependence on chemicals
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Rootical retweeted
Jan 27
Eden Seeds is looking for a Sales & Distribution Lead in Mubende & Mityana to grow indigenous seed access.
📍 Field-based | Full-time
📩 Apply: edenseedsltd@gmail.com
⏳ Deadline: 6 Feb 2026
Full details👉bit.ly/4bxJoLF
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4 Dec 2025
Rootical is hiring a Senior Venture Builder!
Build new agri-food ventures , lead validation & MVPs, work with farmers/partners, and strengthen our venture-building systems.
📍 Kampala | 🕔 Full-time
📩 Apply here bit.ly/443XPCC
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Rootical retweeted
9 Oct 2025
🇺🇬 Happy 63rd Independence Day, Uganda!
Since 1962, our smallholder farmers have been the quiet heroes feeding our families and keeping Uganda’s heart beating through every harvest.
May our land stay fertile, our farmers empowered and our hope deeply rooted
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