The Minnesota cottage food law lets Individual producers make and sell certain non-potentially hazardous food and canned goods without a license. We offer practical tips and guidance alongside stories about cottage food producers around Minnesota.
Planning for community events or farmers markets can be tricky, and sometimes you may find yourself with more cottage food products than you can sell.
For years, Tyler Baumann toyed with the idea of launching his own hot sauce brand. The barriers seemed too high until he discovered Minnesota’s cottage food law.
As a cottage food producer, it's crucial to ensure your desserts remain safe and follow the cottage food law.
Sierra Sjerven dreamed of being a baker since childhood. Everything changed after the loss of her sister.
Jason and Ellen Leigh, owners of Maplebrook Farm in Byron, didn’t plan to start a cottage food business. It just happened naturally.
Have you ever wondered how grocery stores determine the “use by” or “sell by” dates on food packages? These dates are based on how long the food maintains its best quality.
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