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Regulations sending packets of seeds to US

18 years ago

Does anyone know the laws with regard to sending seeds to the US regarding a trade. I understand that Canadians can receive a small packet of seeds from the US. just wondering about the reverse scenario

Thanks Jeff

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wayner2000
18 years ago
Hi Jeff, I had no problem sending seeds accross the border. I marked the duty sticker on the envelope (Seeds) and off it went, there maybe regulations on live goods such as bare root, etc..........Wayne

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