Russia Warns Against Sale of Toxic Hogweed Seeds on Marketplaces
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Russian authorities, including Rosselkhoznadzor, have issued warnings about the sale of dangerous hogweed seeds on online marketplaces. The plant poses health risks due to its toxic sap, which can cause severe skin burns and other injuries. The warnings aim to protect consumers and prevent the spread of this hazardous plant across Russia.
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- •Rosselkhoznadzor is the Russian agricultural oversight body that issued the warning.
- •Hogweed contains toxic sap that can cause serious skin burns and injuries upon contact.
- •The warnings were published on April 29, 2026, addressing online marketplaces selling hogweed seeds.
- •The sale of hogweed seeds is illegal or heavily regulated in Russia due to its health risks.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Russian authorities enforce stricter controls on online marketplaces the availability of hogweed seeds will decrease, reducing public health risks and limiting the plant's spread.
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