At first glance, U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s agriculture-detecting beagles look like adorable little pets who greet international travelers to the United States. But that cuteness belies the very serious role that CBP’s Beagle Brigade plays at Philadelphia International Airport to protect the nation’s agricultural interests and economy.
That mission was on display recently when CBP agriculture detector dog Harrie detected nearly 44 pounds of beef, uncooked rice, fruits, vegetables, leaves and seeds in the checked…