DESCRIPTION
Adama Carbomain Carbofuran 3% CG Insecticide Details :
- Technical name: Carbofuran 3% CG
- Carbomain is a systemic carbamate insecticide/ nematicide, effective against a wide range of insect pests on all major crops.
- Carbomain formulations have demonstrated effective pest control both by contact and systemic action.
- Carbomain is absorbed by the plant roots when applied to the soil and moves systemically via the vascular system to control root feeding as well as foliar pests. Foliar applications control insects through direct contact and ingestion of treated plant parts.
- Recommendations: It is recommended to control shoot fly of Bajra, brown plant hopper, gall midge, green leaf hopper, hispa, stem borr & nematode of paddy, pod borer and white grub of groundnut; and top borer of sugarcane and insects of other crops.
Recommendations:
| Crop |
The common name of the Pest |
Dosage/acre |
| Bajra |
Shoofly |
20.00 |
| Barley |
Aphid
Jassids
Cyst nematode |
13.32
16.64
13.32 |
| Maize |
Shoofly,
Stemborer
thrips |
13.32
13.32
13.32 |
| Paddy |
Brown plant hopper
Gall midge, Stem borer,
GLH, Hispa
Nematodes |
10.00
10.00
10.00
20.00 |
| Sorghum |
Shoot fly,
Stem borer |
13.32
3.32 |
| Ground Nut |
Pod borer
White grub |
20.00
13.32 |
| Mustard |
Mustard leaf miner
Whitefly |
26.64
13.32 |
| Pea |
Shoot fly & Aphid |
13.32 |
| Soybean |
Root-knot nematode |
20.00 |
| Sugarcane |
Top borer |
26.64 |
| Bhindi |
Jassids |
13.32 |
| Chilies |
Aphid, Thrips |
13.32 |
| Cabbage |
Nematode |
20.00 |
| Frenchbean |
White grubs |
9.32 |
| Potato |
Aphid,
Jassids |
6.64
13.32 |
| Tomato |
Whitefly |
16.00 |
| Apple |
Woolly aphid |
166g/tree |
| Citrus |
Nematode
Leaf miner |
4.80
20.00 |
FAQs for Adama Carbomain (Carbofuran 3% CG) Insecticide
1. What is Adama Carbomain (Carbofuran 3% CG) used for?
Ans. Adama Carbomain is a systemic granular insecticide used to control a wide range of soil and root-feeding pests in crops like paddy, sugarcane, maize, wheat, and vegetables.
2. How does Adama Carbomain work?
Ans. The active ingredient Carbofuran (3% CG) belongs to the carbamate group and acts as a nerve poison, disrupting the insect's nervous system.
It provides long-lasting protection by being absorbed into the plant.
3. Which crops can Adama Carbomain be used on?
Ans. It is recommended for paddy, sugarcane, maize, wheat, vegetables, and pulses.
4. Which pests does Adama Carbomain control?
Ans. It effectively controls:
- Root grubs
- Stem borers
- Termites
- Nematodes
- Aphids and thrips
5. How should Adama Carbomain be applied?
Ans.
- Broadcast the granules in the field before irrigation or mix in the soil at planting.
- Ensure even distribution for best pest control results.
6. What is the recommended dosage of Adama Carbomain?
Ans.
- 3-5 kg per acre, depending on the crop and pest intensity.
- Always follow label recommendations for the correct dosage.
7. Is Adama Carbomain safe for beneficial insects?
Ans. Since Carbofuran is a broad-spectrum insecticide, it may affect beneficial insects if not used carefully. Follow proper application guidelines to minimize impact.
