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Haltiala farm reacts after adults hoard hidden toys in Helsinki

More than 1,000 toys had been hidden in the yard at Haltiala farm, with a clear rule that each participant could take only one. The farm said adults began taking toys in bags before the event started, prompting a response on social media.

A bustling outdoor market scene with a variety of colorful toys and diverse shoppers under a sunny sky.
A vibrant outdoor market scene with colorful toys and shoppers. Helena Jankovičová Kováčová · Pexels

Haltiala farm in Helsinki had to respond to an unusual situation after hidden toys were collected before the event had even begun. More than 1,000 toys had been placed around the farmyard, and participants had been told in advance that each person could take only one.

Despite that instruction, adults began hoarding the toys by the bagful before the event started. Haltiala farm reacted on social media, but no further details have been given about possible follow-up measures.

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