How to Safely Harvest and Prepare Ginko Nuts

Step 2 Prepare to go Ginko Picking

Ginko fruits contain urushiol, which is the same toxin in Poison oak.  Use tools (chopsticks) or gloves to handle fruit, and don't touch your face until after you are done (see photo below).

You will need a disposable plastic bag, or a bin to carry the fruit home in, a fruit picker, rubber gloves and perhaps chopsticks.