Warning: Feds investigating mysterious seeds mailed from China to six US states, mislabeled as jewelry

R&I – Tainley

In a scenario perhaps revolving around gems or germs, or bacteria or bling, packages of potentially dangerous seeds mislabeled as jewelry from China are mysteriously showing up in random mailboxes around the U.S.

The unsolicited envelopes have reportedly shown up so far in Arizona, Kansas, Louisiana, Utah, Virginia, and Washington. A similar phenomenon has occurred in the U.K.

Authorities have warned recipients that under no circumstances should they plant the seeds, which could be invasive and harm the environment. Instead they should notify officials, and in meantime, avoid opening the seal packaging containing the seeds.

According to the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, “Invasive species wreak havoc on the environment, displace or destroy native plants and insects and severely damage crops. Taking steps to prevent their introduction is the most effective method of reducing both the risk of invasive species infestations and the cost to control and mitigate those infestations.”

David Adams

Article URL : https://www.bizpacreview.com/2020/07/26/warning-feds-investigating-mysterious-seeds-mailed-from-china-to-six-us-states-mislabeled-as-jewelry-951634