RootWave

Ubiqutek Ltd, which markets itself as RootWave, is a UK-based agritech company that develops and manufactures electrical weed control systems as a sustainable alternative to chemical herbicides. The company was founded in 2012 by Robert Diprose, a former systems engineer at QinetiQ, with Andrew Diprose serving as the current CEO.

RootWave’s patented technology uses high-frequency electricity to boil weeds from the root upwards, killing the entire plant without disturbing the soil. This method, branded as Electricide™, is designed to be systemic, cost-effective, and safe, addressing the growing challenges of herbicide resistance and environmental regulations. The technology has achieved up to a 99% kill rate in a single pass during independent field trials. The company's products are compatible with various farming systems, including conventional, regenerative, and organic, and can be used in diverse weather conditions.

The company's product portfolio includes the RootWave Pro, a handheld device for smaller-scale operations, and tractor-mounted implements like the RootWave F601 eWeeder for larger agricultural settings such as orchards, vineyards, and fruit farms. The business model involves direct sales and strategic partnerships with agricultural machinery manufacturers to integrate its technology. A key partnership is with Garford Farm Machinery, which helps expand RootWave's distribution across Europe for use in row crops, vegetables, and cereals. The company has commercial sales in the UK and is planning expansion into the US market.

RootWave has secured significant funding to scale its operations, including a Series A round of $7.21 million in 2020 and a $15 million Series B round in June 2025. Key investors include Clay Capital, V-Bio Ventures, Rabo Ventures, and Agri Investment Fund. The company aims to become a dominant global player in the $40+ billion herbicide industry by offering a solution that supports farmer profitability, human health, and environmental biodiversity.

Keywords: electrical weeding, eWeeding, herbicide alternative, agritech, sustainable farming, weed control, regenerative agriculture, no-till farming, soil health, organic farming, agricultural technology, high-frequency electricity, crop management, Garford Farm Machinery, Electricide, precision agriculture, chemical-free, horticulture technology, vineyard equipment, orchard management