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Agriculture Department warns against importing plants and seeds into Cyprus

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The Department of Agriculture in Cyprus has issued a warning against bringing plants, seeds, and plant products into the country.
They emphasize that these items may harbor harmful pests and diseases not currently found in Cyprus.
Even a single plant or packet of seeds can pose a significant threat to the island's environment, agriculture, and economy.
The department is urging travelers to refrain from carrying such items as souvenirs to prevent potential ecological damage.
This warning was reiterated amid concerns over the serious impacts that could arise from such imports.

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On July 6, 2026, Cyprus' Department of Agriculture issued a warning to travelers regarding the risks associated with bringing plants, seeds, and other plant products into the country. The department emphasized that introducing these items could lead to the introduction of harmful pests and diseases not currently found in Cyprus. Such introductions could have serious consequences for the local environment and agricultural production.

The department's appeal highlights that even a single plant or a small packet of seeds brought back as a souvenir could potentially pose a threat to Cyprus' natural ecosystem, agriculture, and economy. They urged travelers to refrain from importing these items to help protect the island from potential ecological and agricultural harm.

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