This course will give you a working understanding of food safety concepts, practices and skills you need to take full advantage of the Minnesota Cottage Food law.
By completing this course, you will meet the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Tier 2 training requirement to register as a cottage food producer, which allows you to make sales up to $78,000 annually.
Training includes:
- Guidance on which foods you can safely and legally prepare and sell
- Practical tips and techniques for maintaining a clean and sanitized kitchen for safe food production
- Interactive, hands-on activities
- A free coupon for the online tier 2 course
- A printed certificate of completion, qualifying you to register as a Tier 2 cottage food producer
- Lunch and light refreshments
Audience
Those interested in starting or growing a cottage food business.
Cost
$85
Registration
Registration is required.
Accommodations
University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. To request accommodations for persons with disabilities, reach out to the event contact two weeks before the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Language
This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.