Hi Vom, I work in the food service industry and between that and gardening at home, I can tell you that I have actually chopped up tomatoes where the seeds have started sprouting inside the still good tomatoes. So yea, totally possible. Anything that growers could use to 'sterilize' the produce before it goes to market, would cause humans health issues. So no worries there. Also. Bell pepper seeds will sometimes work. But if you ask some folks they may say to let the seeds dry before you plant. I say you'll never know if ya don't try...You want to best stuff though. plant your self easy stuff like peas and carrots and radishes. I already have a pot of each planted, also lettuces are a chilly weather crop. But keep an eye on them if there is any risk of frost, bring them in...(I forget that not all folks garden in containers) But if you are doing a ground garden, just follow your own knowledge and/or ask a green house. It's been fairly slow in here, but kept asking....I managed to re-plant some broccoli sprouts just to see. I had myself 4 big heads by the end of it all. And these were regular broccoli sprouts from the plastic pkg at the grocery store. Like you would put on your salad. Funny huh, but it worked...Also, once they are potted, if you choose to use plant foods, keep using it. If you decide not to, than do not start. Peas do better in semi-direct sunlight, and broccoli too...have fun. Any other stuff i may help with feel free to message me through my profile...-Arrow (Willamette Valley)