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Are these wild grapes edible? #942584

Asked August 16, 2026, 6:11 PM EDT

Are these wild grapes edible. I remember eating wild grapes as a kid but I am not sure if these are the same edible wild grapes. I live in Apple Valley, MN and these are growing on the fence in my backyard.

Dakota County Minnesota

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Wild grapes are edible. There are several different species. Check the leaves to compare to avoid other vines:
https://extension.psu.edu/wild-grape

Barbara, Anoka County MG, TCA Replied August 16, 2026, 10:31 PM EDT

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Are these wild grapes edible? #942584

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