Israel warns travelers against bringing ‘Four Species’ in from abroad
Israel’s Agriculture Ministry warned travelers on Tuesday against bringing the “Four Species” used during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot into the country from abroad, citing the risk of introducing pests and plant diseases that could…
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Israel's Agriculture Ministry is drawing a hard line on Sukkot imports, warning travelers not to bring the Four Species from abroad. The concern is practical: foreign plants can carry pests and diseases that threaten local agriculture. Travelers can bring one etrog for personal use, but the other three species need official approval. Anyone planning to bring their own set should check the rules before packing, or risk having the plants confiscated at the border.