The Workers of the Endosulfan family in India say that they have been exposed to endosulfan for over 30 years. Yet none of the farmers have had any health problems. The FRAUD NIOH study has been referred to widely in international conventions and by regulatory authorities worldwide in seeking a ban on Endosulfan. If a ban takes place then the condition of the workers will be worse. The workers seek support for a withdrawal of the NIOH report on Endosulfan by writing to the Prime Minister of India to let their voice be heard. Are you with them?

The presentation describes the role and relevance of endosulfan in agriculture. It is the only insecticide which is soft on Pollinators such as honeybees and beneficial such as ladybird beetle. It is widely recommended for use during pollination and in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs. Farmers in Andhra Pradesh are the largest users of Endosulfan in the country and will stand to lose the most if there is a move to ban the use of Endosulfan in the country…http://www.whybanendosulfan.org