Are cedar grape stakes used for fencing treated with chemicals?

Question

The stakes are approximately 6' by 2". I know stakes used in grape vineyards are toxic, but these are used for fencing.

Answer 1

Chances are very good that the cedar posts have not been treated with chemicals to prevent premature rotting. Cedar is well known for it's natural resistance to rotting. If it was chemically treated, you should find tags on the boards that identify the chemicals used as these tags are required by law.

Good luck with your gardening.

Answer 2

Cedar is naturally very risistant to weather and incest damage.Hence its popularity in outdooor uses.Chances are they have not been treated with anything.