
Benefits on the farm
Paraquat controls weeds faster than any other herbicide, increasing productivity and reducing costs
Paraquat has been a valuable tool for farmers all over the world for more than 50 years. Its speed of action, rainfastness and now its role as a weed resistance fighter are unsurpassed.
However, paraquat’s importance and benefits go beyond simply weed control.
In this section you can find out about the specific benefits paraquat brings on the farm, for the environment and in rural communities.
On the farm | For the environment | In rural communities |
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Controls weeds | Reduces soil erosion | Creates opportunities |
Acts fast | Enhances biodiversity | Stimulates the economy |
Safe to crops | Conserves water quality | Replaces handweeding – improves health and education |
Protects soil fertility | ||
Increases productivity | ||
Reduces costs |