Overview
| Product Name | Shamir |
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| Brand | ADAMA |
| Category | Fungicide |
| Technical Content | Tebuconazole 6.7% + Captan 26.9% w/w SC |
| Classification | Broad-Spectrum Systemic + Contact Fungicide |
| Toxicity | Yellow (Use with caution) |
Product Description
About Product
Shamir by ADAMA is a broad-spectrum fungicide combining the systemic action of Tebuconazole and the protective, contact action of Captan. This dual-action formulation is designed to manage a wide range of foliar and fruit diseases in crops such as apple, grapes, and vegetables.
The systemic activity ensures internal protection, while the contact activity forms a protective barrier, making Shamir highly effective even under high disease pressure.
Shamir Technical Details
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Technical Content:
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Tebuconazole – 6.7% w/w (systemic triazole fungicide)
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Captan – 26.9% w/w (protective contact fungicide)
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Formulation: Suspension Concentrate (SC)
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Mode of Action:
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Tebuconazole inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis, disrupting fungal cell membrane formation.
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Captan acts on multiple sites, preventing fungal spore germination and growth.
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Entry:
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Systemic (Tebuconazole) – absorbed and translocated within the plant
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Contact (Captan) – forms a protective layer on plant surfaces
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Key Features and Benefits
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Dual-action: Curative + Preventive disease control
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Effective against anthracnose, powdery mildew, scab, early and late blight, and more
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Excellent crop safety and long-lasting protection
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Reduces chances of resistance development due to multi-site action
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Improves fruit quality and shelf life
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Compatible with most insecticides and fungicides (always test before tank mixing)
Shamir Usage and Crops
| Crop | Target Diseases | Dosage / Acre (ml) | Dilution in Water (L/Acre) | Application Stage |
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| Apple | Scab, Powdery Mildew | 500–700 ml | 200–300 L | As per disease incidence |
| Grapes | Anthracnose, Downy Mildew | 500–700 ml | 200–250 L | Early vegetative to fruiting |
| Tomato | Early Blight, Late Blight | 600–800 ml | 200–250 L | At 20–25 DAS or on symptom |
| Chilli | Anthracnose, Leaf Spot, Dieback | 600–800 ml | 200–250 L | At disease onset |
| Cucumber | Powdery Mildew, Anthracnose | 500–700 ml | 200–250 L | As preventive or curative |
Method of Application
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Apply as foliar spray using a knapsack sprayer or tractor-mounted boom sprayer.
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Ensure uniform coverage on all plant parts, including the undersides of leaves and fruit clusters.
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Avoid spraying during rain or when rain is expected within 6 hours.
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Repeat applications at 10–14 day intervals if conditions favor disease.
Disclaimer:
Use strictly as per label and local agricultural guidelines. Always wear protective clothing and gloves while handling. Keep product away from food, feed, children, and pets. Do not store near heat or open flame. Rinse containers thoroughly before disposal.