Tuesday July 29, 2008, 12:50 am
The agronomy of the United States is different from that of the European Union. Endosulfan can, in any event, be used all over the world, safely and judiciously. European pesticide patent holders are the prime beneficiaries of Endosulfan bans. Farmers would not pay the huge premiums required to buy neo-nicotinoids as long as Endosulfan remains available.

Tuesday July 29, 2008, 5:30 am
Quote from Wikipedia:
"Endosulfan is a neurotoxic organochlorine insecticide of the cyclodiene family of pesticides. It is an endocrine disruptor, and it is highly acutely toxic. It is banned in the European Union, Cambodia, and several other countries, while its use is restricted in other countries, including the Philippines (however it will be banned starting on September 2008). It is still used extensively in many countries including the US and India. It is made by Bayer CropScience, Makhteshim-Agan, and Hindustan Insecticides Limited among others, and sold under the tradenames Thionex, Thiodan, Phaser, and Benzoepin. Because of its high toxicity and high potential for bioaccumulation and environmental contamination, a global ban on the use and manufacture of endosulfan is being considered under the Stockholm Convention.[1]"

Also:
"PHILIPPINES: Ban Endosulfan!
Saturday, July 12, 2008

http://www.cmaq.net/node/30519

Citizens Press for Total Ban on Endosulfan to Put Off “Toxic Time Bomb”

Rest of the text:

Quezon City. Over 50 citizens’ groups and coalitions working for public health, environmental justice and sustainable development joined forces to press for a total ban on endosulfan, stressing that its continued use is akin to a ticking “toxic time bomb.”