Who We Are?
Who We Are?

Who We Are?

  • For decades, ROSA NGO has been working closely with farmers across Bangladesh — observing their challenges, struggles, and unwavering determination. Even today, most farmers rely on loans from various NGOs to produce their crops. But while the harvest takes 2 to 6 months to bring returns, loan repayments often begin just one week after borrowing.

    Lacking financial planning and management skills, many farmers are forced to take new loans from other NGOs to pay old ones — falling into an endless cycle of debt.

    When NGO loans become unmanageable, they often turn to local moneylenders, who charge extremely high interest rates.

    The struggle doesn’t end there. Farmers frequently buy seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides on credit from local sellers, often at inflated prices — under the condition that they must also sell their harvest back to the same vendors, usually at unfairly low prices.

    As a result, farmers become trapped on three fronts:

    1. The cycle of NGO loans
     

    2. The trap of high-interest moneylenders

    3. The unfair market pricing system

    Motivated by these harsh realities, ROSA NGO envisioned a new, ethical, and sustainable solution — giving birth to GrowUp, a Shariah-compliant agro-investment initiative designed to empower farmers, not burden them.

    At GrowUp AgroTech, we don’t give loans — we invest.

    Farmers no longer pay weekly installments. Instead, they share profits after selling their harvest, ensuring fair returns for both the farmer and the investor.

     

    Beyond investment, GrowUp also provides modern agricultural training, technological assistance, and fair market access — enabling farmers to earn more, live better, and contribute to national food security.

Our History

Company History

The Inception of ROSA NGO

1992

The Inception of ROSA NGO

ROSA NGO was founded in 1992 to uplift marginalized communities through social initiatives. Its focus on welfare and sustainable development laid the groundwork for what later became GrowUp, with agriculture recognized as key to empowerment.

Recognizing the Agricultural Challenge

2010

Recognizing the Agricultural Challenge

y 2010, ROSA saw the deep struggles of small farmers — lacking resources, modern tools, and market access. This realization pushed ROSA toward building targeted agricultural support.

Conceptualization of Growup

2015

Conceptualization of Growup

In 2015, ROSA envisioned GrowUp — a dedicated initiative to make farming more sustainable. The goal was to use technology and affordable resources to empower farmers and improve practices.

The Birth of GrowUp

2017

The Birth of GrowUp

GrowUp officially launched in 2017 as a sister concern of ROSA NGO. Its mission was clear: bridge the gap between traditional farming and modern methods through finance, inputs, and knowledge.

Laying the Groundwork

2018

Laying the Groundwork

The early years focused on partnerships with experts, financial institutions, and tech providers. Pilot projects tested scalable solutions, building GrowUp’s foundation.

Expansion and Impact

2021

Expansion and Impact

By 2021, GrowUp expanded nationwide, training and financing more farmers. Improved yields and profitability showed visible impact across communities.

Streamlining the Supply Chain

2022

Streamlining the Supply Chain

In 2022, GrowUp worked to simplify farm-to-market chains. This reduced waste, improved quality, and ensured fairer returns for both farmers and consumers.

Embracing Innovation and Technology

2023

Embracing Innovation and Technology

GrowUp adopted new agri-tech tools in 2023, partnering with tech firms to bring innovation to fields. Farmers gained access to affordable solutions and real-time data.

Present Day: A Sustainable Future

2025

Present Day: A Sustainable Future

Today, GrowUp drives sustainable farming, empowering farmers, investors, and consumers alike. Its mission remains rooted in innovation, equity, and long-term impact.

Executive Committee

Current Executive Committee 2025-2027

Dr Shariful Islam CIP Managing Director
Board of Directors

Honorable Directors

Advisory Committee

Advisory Members

Core Team

Team Members

Atik Tanmoy Coordinator Operation
Hasan Digital Markeing
Md.Altaf Hossain Accounts Officer
Atik Tanmoy Coordinator Operation
Saleem Reza Project Supervisor
Mehedi Hassan Project Supervisor
Mir Touhidur Rahman Head Of Business
Jihad Shah Product Development and integration Manager
Jinnah Hidayatul Project Incharge
Md Azizul Islam Director-Financial Planning and Analysis
Shamima Akhtar H.R- Operation(Agri Input)
Eng.Hasib Roknuzzaman Project Engineer
Md Malek Shah Assistant Manager
Tania Akter Executive, Sales Coordinator
Mst. Amena Siddika Assistant, Manager (Marketing & Investment)
Rukshana Jannat Assistant Manager-Marketing Investment & Digital Activation
Papia Rahman Deputy Manager-Investment
Jakir Hossain Project Supervisor
Imran Khan Mithun Head Of Financial Planning& Analysis
Salma Khatun Executive, Sales Coordinator
Sazzad Irfan Assistent Manager-Financial Product & Service
Sharmin Pinky Assistant Manager (Sales)