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Residents Asked to Report Unsolicited Seed Shipments

July 29, 2020
    The Missouri Department of Agriculture has received reports from residents of unsolicited seeds being delivered from foreign countries such as China and surrounding areas. Missouri’s announcement follows several states who have also reported packages of these seeds being delivered across the United States. Consistent with nationwide reports, the packages were labeled as jewelry, specifically stud earrings, bracelets and other accessories.

    It is important to take steps to prevent the introduction of invasive species into Missouri to ensure safety of the environment, livestock and plants. The full risk associated with the seeds in question is unknown at this time. However, the seeds could be an invasive species that has the potential to destroy native plants and damage crops. Invasive species can also introduce diseases to plants and may be harmful to livestock.

    If Missouri residents have received unsolicited seeds, the following guidance applies:

• Do not open the seed package.

• Do not plant the seeds if you have opened the package.

• Submit an online report to USDA verifying you have received unsolicited seeds.

• Do not dispose of the seeds, packages or envelopes until USDA provides further guidance.

    The Missouri Department of Agriculture is playing a cooperative role in USDA’s investigation; however, USDA is leading the effort from the federal level. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is also working closely with the Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection to prevent the unlawful entry of prohibited seeds and protect U.S. agriculture from invasive pests and noxious weeds.

    If opened, place seeds in a sealed bag and contact the Missouri Department of Agriculture’s Plant Industries Division by phone at (573) 751-2462 or by email at aginfo@mda.mo.gov.

     To learn more about the Missouri Department of Agriculture and its programs, visit Agriculture.Mo.Gov.
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  • This Week's Issue
    • Pleasant weather draws enthusiastic anglers
    • Cassville nursing program ranked second in state
    • Tier 3 Vaccination Plan Announced, J & J single-dose vaccine approved
    • Few ballot contests for municipalities
    • General Municipal Election
    • Avalanche, Freightliner Collide
    • Tax Levys, Road District Ballot Contests
    • Emergency Room, Clinic Reopen at Mercy Hospital Cassville
    • Health Insurance Marketplace sign-up assistance available
    • Chamber announces trout winners voucher redemption
    • City Park Road Closed March 4, 5
    • Check Out Hunger collects record-breaking $69,000 for hunger relief
    • Cassville Dispensary provides over $34,000 of relief to patients in 2020
    • Miller denies Purdy in district title game
    • Win, Loss for Wildcats
    • Miller Cardinals defeat Southwest
    • College Heights girls drop Wheaton in semifinal
    • Mary Cupps retires from Able 2 Products Company
    • Coenen claims sectional wrestling championship
    • Purdy FBLA Sends Eight to Virtual State
    • Purdy students model respect
    • Asbill says legislation threatens rural schools,
    • Missouri Ag Photo Contest Opens
    • Missouri State University announces area graduates
    • New Superintendent Chosen for Cassville R-IV
    • Southwest R-V FFA Chapter
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