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An Update to the Mystery, Unsolicited packages of Seed

An Update to the Mystery, Unsolicited packages of Seed – August 5, 2020 By Corrie Bowen County Extension Agent Wharton County On Wednesday, July 29th I distributed a news release that brought attention to mystery, unsolicited seeds delivered by mail in tiny bags marked as jewelry.  The role of the USDA-Animal, Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is to safeguard U.S. agriculture and natural resources from the risks associated with the entry, establishment or spread of animal and plant pests and noxious weeds. Regulations prohibit or restrict the importation… Read More →