Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in Georgia (2026)
Everything you need to know about the Georgia Cottage Food Act (HB 336) — revenue limits, permits, allowed products, online sales, and how to start your home food business.
$150,000
Revenue Limit
Annual limit under cottage food law
Allowed
Online Sales
Sell through your own website
No
Permit Required
Start selling right away
very business-friendly
Regulation Level
Georgia is considered very business-friendly for home food
What You Can Sell in Georgia
baked goods
candy
jams
jellies
honey
dried fruits
granola
popcorn
roasted nuts
Prohibited Products
meat
dairy
canned vegetables
Always verify current allowed products with your local health department, as regulations can change.
Georgia Requirements Checklist
Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in Georgia under the Georgia Cottage Food Act (HB 336)
No Permit Needed
Georgia does not require a permit for cottage food operations.
No Food Handler Cert Needed
Georgia does not require a food handler certification.
No Kitchen Inspection Needed
Georgia allows you to use your home kitchen without inspection.
Labeling Requirements
Producer name and address
Product name and ingredients
Allergen information
"Made in a home kitchen" disclaimer
Where You Can Sell in Georgia
Direct Sales (from home)
Allowed in Georgia
Online Sales (website)
Allowed in Georgia
Farmers Markets
Allowed in Georgia
Wholesale to Stores
Not permitted under Georgia cottage food law
Start Your Home Food Business in Georgia
Explore city-specific guides with local market data and business type recommendations
Home Food Business Types in Georgia
Start any of these home food businesses under the Georgia Cottage Food Act (HB 336)
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