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Monday, August 10, 2020

USDA Outlines Actions for Consumers Receiving Unsolicited Seeds

USDA is urging anyone who receives an unsolicited package of seeds to mail those seeds to the locations in each state. Persons receiving the seeds are instructed to place the unopened seed packet and any packaging, including the mailing label in a mailing envelope.

If the seed packets are open, first place the seeds and their packaging into a zip-lock bag, seal it, and then place everything into a mailing envelope.

Those sending seeds are asked to include their name, address and phone number so a state or federal agriculture official can contact them for additional information, if needed.

There is a listing of information by state that has a link for information to be entered on line and either an address to send the seeds to or an advisory that the information will be provided once an electronic submission is made.

If there is no mailing address listed, consumers are advised to contact their APHIS State plant health director to arrange a no-contact pick up or to determine a convenient drop-off location.