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Mission Ready – Valentine’s Day Flower Inspections

CBP Agriculture Specialist Inspect Flowers and More, Preventing Unwanted Diseases or Pest from Crossing Our Borders

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Agriculture Specialists inspect fruits, flowers, vegetables, and more daily. During holiday seasons like Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Days, CBP sees an increase in the number of flowers coming across our borders. These CBP officers are tasked with being the last line of defense from unwanted diseases and pest from entering our country.

Last Modified: Feb 15, 2023