Cottage Food in Florida

Florida’s cottage food law allows individuals to prepare, package, store, and sell certain non-potentially hazardous foods from their primary residence without obtaining a food permit from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). Cottage food operations can provide an affordable way to start a food business; however, operations are responsible for understanding and complying with applicable food safety, labeling, sales, recordkeeping, and local business requirements. This publication explains the key provisions of Florida’s cottage food law, including allowable and prohibited products, sales and labeling requirements, local compliance considerations, and frequently asked questions. The publication is intended to help current and prospective cottage food operators make informed business decisions and avoid common compliance issues.