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As of my knowledge cutoff, 30 states in the US permit raw milk sales from on-farm sources without a license, but sales must be direct from the farm to the consumer. These states include Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia. Some states require a permit or registration for raw milk sales.
States with Raw Milk Sales Permits
Many states that permit raw milk sales require a permit or registration for on-farm sales, but not a full license. In Michigan, for example, farmers can sell raw milk directly to consumers from the farm if they have a Farm Market Permit. The permit requires a one-time $20 fee and annual registration. In Wisconsin, raw milk sales are allowed on-farm, but farmers must register their farm and dairy operation with the state.
Licensing Requirements for Raw Milk Sales
Some states require a license for raw milk sales, but the requirements vary. In California, raw milk sales are allowed from on-farm sources, but a permit from the county is required. The permit costs $55 and requires the farm to meet certain safety standards. In Oregon, raw milk sales are allowed from on-farm sources, but a permit from the state is required. The permit costs $25 and requires the farm to meet certain safety standards.
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