New
Delhi : For years, farmers struggled
with motha (Cyperus rotundus), a persistent weed that made sugarcane and maize
cultivation a challenge. Despite repeated manual efforts, motha kept
regerminating, reducing crop yields and increasing labour costs. However, Dhanuka
Agritech Limited launched Sempra in 2015 in collaboration with Nissan
Chemical Japan, a cutting-edge herbicide developed with Japanese
technology. In the last 10 years, Sempra has transformed sugarcane weed
management practices and changed farmers’ lives. To celebrate this significant
milestone, Dhanuka Agritech announces 10-year completion celebration to mark
the impact of Sempra and its contribution to farmer prosperity.
Building
on its remarkable legacy, Sempra, first introduced in 2015, is a systemic,
post-emergence, selective herbicide that effectively kills motha (Cyperus
rotundus) from its nuts in sugarcane and maize crops. By inhibiting the
synthesis of amino acids, the weed is starved, and control is obtained after a
few days of its application. Sempra is a low-dose, high-efficacy
solution for farmers combating this nuisance weed.
Sempra's
strong soil residual effect provides long-term protection, preventing new
Cyperus germination. It has also been extensively tested and backed by
prominent agricultural centres such as the Vasantdada Sugar Institute, Tamil
Nadu Agricultural University, and Haryana Agricultural University.
Sempra
stops motha’s nutrient uptake within 24 hours, effectively stopping nutrient
loss from the soil. With higher yields, reduced labour costs, and improved crop
quality, Sempra continues to empower farmers across India.
To
celebrate 10 years of Sempra’s success, Dhanuka Agritech organised a special
farmer felicitation event on February 19 in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. The event
honoured progressive farmers who had successfully used Sempra to combat motha
and improve their yields. The event served as a platform for knowledge
exchange, where experts discussed Sempra’s impact, best practices in weed
management, and future innovations in agriculture.
Atul Kumar, General Manager, Dhanuka Agritech Limited, said: “Ten years of Sempra
fills us with immense pride and joy as it reflects our commitment to innovation
and farmer prosperity. We are incredibly proud of our team’s dedication to
developing solutions that address critical challenges faced by Indian farmers.
As we celebrate this milestone, we reaffirm our commitment to tackling
agricultural issues, empowering farmers, and taking India’s agriculture to new
heights with our continued contributions.”
RK Dhuria, Senior Deputy General Manager, added: “Sempra’s success over the past decade is a
testament to its effectiveness and the trust that farmers have placed in us. By
continuously improving and adapting to agricultural needs, we have been able to
provide a powerful solution for weed management, ensuring higher yields and
better profitability for farmers.”
Avnish Chandra, Deputy General Manager, emphasized: “This milestone is not just about the
longevity of Sempra, but also about the impact it has created on Indian
agriculture. Looking ahead, we remain focused on bringing more advanced and
farmer-friendly solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability in
farming.”