Transforming Bananas Into Global Products
From the fertile hills of Bushenyi to international markets — we transform fresh matooke into premium, gluten-free Tooke flour and sustainable goods through cutting-edge research.
14
Tonnes Daily Capacity
20+
Years of R&D
24
Acre Training Facility
3
Continents Reached
Africa's Leading Banana Research Institution
The Banana Industrial Research and Development Center (BIRDC) provides cutting-edge technical and scientific R&D in sustainable banana production, value addition, and product quality assurance.
Backed by Presidential patronage, our circular economy model ensures zero waste while empowering rural communities. Our Tooke brand products undergo rigorous quality testing in Germany and France.
Learn Our Full Story
Welcome to BIRDC
Welcome to the home of Green Banana Value Addition
Premium Gluten-Free Products
From raw flour to baked delicacies, our product range showcases the incredible versatility of Uganda's banana.
Raw Tooke Flour
100% gluten-free baking flour milled from premium matooke
Instant Tooke Flour
Pre-cooked banana flour for porridge and baby food
Bakery Products
Biscuits, bread, and cakes made from Tooke flour
Matooke Crisps
Crispy, savoury snacks with natural banana goodness
From Lab to Global Markets
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Quality Testing — Rigorous protocols validated in Germany and France
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Technology Transfer — Modern agronomic methods for improved yields
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Farmer Training — Hands-on extension at our 24-acre Nyaruzinga facility
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Circular Economy — Zero-waste processing with banana fibre products
Partner With Uganda's Banana Industry Leader
Whether you're a distributor seeking premium gluten-free products, a researcher exploring banana value chains, or a farmer looking to improve yields — we'd love to hear from you.