Don’t give up on Nigeria, firm tells agric distributors

A firm, WACOT Limited, has urged distributors of fertiliser, herbicides, and seeds, not to be discouraged by the challenging environment in rural areas where infrastructure and security complicate distribution. THE NATION reports.

The firm, a member of global conglomerate, Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group, pledged to assist distributors access capital.Information Guide Nigeria

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It spoke in Abuja to outline its plans for the farming season, and reiterated its commitment to food security.

The firm celebrated 15 highest-grossing distributors, who received gifts, including new Hilux vehicle for the leading distributor.NYSC Portal

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Other distributors of WACOT’s agri-input also received gifts at the event.

Executive Director and Vice Chairman of TGI (Africa), Farouk Gumel, said: “I would like to congratulate recipients and say the awards are not just for your performance and sales but also for your belief in the food security journey. As we congratulate one another, we should give ourselves honest feedback on what we need to do to improve.

Chief Operating Officer of WACOT, Bibhu Nanda, stressed the role of distributors in ensuring food security.

“Our distributors create wealth in the agriculture ecosystem and ensure food security. That is what we need in Nigeria, a situation where we can collaborate for success. Our partners are the pillars in establishing the distribution reach to every corner while our demonstrative and marketing communication goes out to establish the best agricultural practices through farmer aggregations and collectives. We are part of the process, and I wish our partners the best,” he said.JAMB Result

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