Can You Eat Poppy Seeds from the Garden? Safety, Harvest, and Preparation
                                
                                
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                                Over 90% of the world's legally produced poppy seeds come from commercial farms, but this doesn't stop home gardeners from wondering: can you eat poppy seeds from the garden? The answer is yes, but it requires careful variety selection and proper preparation to ensure your home-grown seeds are safe for consumption.