You can cut many things on a Poplar wood cutting board, including soft fruits and vegetables. The liquids from these foods are safe. However, it is not suggested that you use a poplar wood cutting board to cut raw meat. This is because wood boards tend to be more porous, thus absorbing liquids. As a result, when cut, raw meat leaves blood on the board, which can be dangerous to your health if blood is absorbed and left in the wood grains.