WACOT Agrochemical and Fertilizer Limited, a member of the Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group, has introduced its advanced herbicide, Dragon Super, to farmers in the southwest to redefine weed management.

Murari Sharma, the Managing Director, WACOT Agrochemical and Fertilizer Limited, while speaking in Iseyin, Oyo state during the introduction of the herbicide said that the Dragon Super is a non-selective, post-emergence broad-spectrum herbicide engineered to control annual and perennial grasses and broadleaf weeds.

He said that its introduction addresses a crucial pain point for farmers, offering many benefits that promise to revolutionize farming practices in Nigeria.

He emphasised the technological innovation and economic advantages of Dragon Super, stressing that “Dragon Super is not just a product but a technology. This technology says, ‘Half dose, Double result.

Murari said that food insecurity is a major problem across the world, and Nigeria inclusive, noting that, there is an urgent need to creatively improve yield.

“With our Dragon Super comes yield enhancement. The product not only kills weeds, it also boosts crop production by a minimum of 25 percent. Moreover, it is significantly more affordable than competing brands despite guaranteeing double the potency.

“We launched this product last year and we have been going to different parts of the country, where we have strong farming communities and agribusinesses. Farmers who have used this product have testified to its effectiveness, and I can tell you that Dragon Super is the number one herbicide used in various geopolitical zones in Nigeria.

“That is why we have now brought this revolutionary product to the southwest. We want all the farmers across the country to be able to cultivate their farms and double their yields without the concern of weeds destroying their crops,” he said.

Amaka Bifom, Director of Human Resources, TGI Agribusiness, while highlighting its benefit to farmers, in her address, said, “Dragon Super is an herbicide that has been designed to help farmers control weeds in their farmlands efficiently. One of the major issues farmers face is weed management, which significantly impacts their productivity.

“This product is specifically formulated to tackle this problem effectively, ensuring that farmers can maintain clean fields and focus on increasing their crop yields.”

She said that Dragon Super was first launched in 2023, with the inaugural event held in Abuja, marking the beginning of a new era in weed management for Nigerian farmers. WACOT has been introducing this revolutionary product to farmers in other parts of the country, with the most recent in Mubi, Adamawa state, last month.

“The major benefit of the product according to her is the enhanced duration of weed control. “Dragon Super provides an extended period of weed control, effectively eliminating weeds for up to 30 days after application. This prolonged efficacy ensures a sustained weed-free environment, enabling farmers to concentrate on crop cultivation.

During the event, the company also recognised farmers in Iseyin who have been using Dragon Super and its top distributors within the southwest with special awards.

One of the awarded distributors, Alabi Olufunso, CEO, of Fountain of Joy Agrochemical Nigeria Enterprise Farms, expressed gratitude for the recognition and commended WACOT for their continuous foresight in providing tangible solutions for farmers across the country.

“Dragon Super is an effective and reliable product. As a dealer, I distribute it, and I can tell that this product is one that the farmers cannot resist. People have been using it, and the feedback from them has been very encouraging. Due to its efficacy, the people in the southwest of Nigeria have embraced it as the go to herbicide for their farms.”