Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in Maine (2026)
Everything you need to know about the Maine Food Sovereignty Act (LD 725) — revenue limits, permits, allowed products, online sales, and how to start your home food business.
No limit
Revenue Limit
No cap on earnings
Allowed
Online Sales
Sell through your own website
No
Permit Required
Start selling right away
very business-friendly
Regulation Level
Maine is considered very business-friendly for home food
What You Can Sell in Maine
baked goods
jams
jellies
candy
honey
maple syrup
popcorn
herbs
dried beans
pickles
fermented vegetables
Prohibited Products
meat (unless licensed)
raw milk (unless licensed)
Always verify current allowed products with your local health department, as regulations can change.
Maine Requirements Checklist
Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in Maine under the Maine Food Sovereignty Act (LD 725)
No Permit Needed
Maine does not require a permit for cottage food operations.
No Food Handler Cert Needed
Maine does not require a food handler certification.
No Kitchen Inspection Needed
Maine allows you to use your home kitchen without inspection.
Labeling Requirements
Producer name and address
Product name and ingredients
Where You Can Sell in Maine
Direct Sales (from home)
Allowed in Maine
Online Sales (website)
Allowed in Maine
Farmers Markets
Allowed in Maine
Wholesale to Stores
Allowed in Maine
Home Food Business Types in Maine
Start any of these home food businesses under the Maine Food Sovereignty Act (LD 725)
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