As Mother’s Day approaches, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reminding travelers of flower import restrictions at the U.S.-Mexico border to prevent the spread of pests and plant diseases. CBP ...

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers have confiscated live poultry, illegal fruit and 100 live chinch bugs in two vehicles attempting to cross recently from Mexico into South Texas, the agen… ...

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers have confiscated live poultry, illegal fruit and 100 live chinch bugs in two vehicles attempting to cross recently from Mexico into South Texas, the ...

CBP agriculture specialists inspect all plants that cross from Mexico through the port of entry. They shake the flowers to see if any insects fall out — then look closely at the pests and leaves.

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Ahead of Mother’s Day taking place this weekend, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists working at El Paso area ports of entry are gearing up to make ...

Don’t let a bouquet cost you – CBP warns of flower import rules this Mother’s Day by Debbie L. Sklar • Times of San Diego May 3, 2025, 11:35 a.m. May 3, 2025, 1:38 p.m. Share this: ...

SAN DIEGO — As Mother’s Day weekend draws near, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists are reminding travelers of the rules surrounding the import of flowers and greenery ...

Imported flowers can pose a risk to American agriculture by bringing in pests and diseases. The CBP ag specialists says certain flowers and plants are not allowed in the U.S. Roses and carnations are ...

SAN DIEGO — As Mother’s Day weekend draws near, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists are reminding travelers of the rules surrounding the import of flowers and greenery ...