Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in Vermont (2026)
Everything you need to know about the Vermont Cottage Food Law — revenue limits, permits, allowed products, online sales, and how to start your home food business.
$35,000
Revenue Limit
Annual limit under cottage food law
Allowed
Online Sales
Sell through your own website
Yes
Permit Required
Home bakery / home processor registration — $0
moderately regulated
Regulation Level
Vermont is considered moderately regulated for home food
What You Can Sell in Vermont
baked goods
candy
jams
jellies
honey
maple syrup
popcorn
dried herbs
Prohibited Products
meat
dairy
canned low-acid foods
Always verify current allowed products with your local health department, as regulations can change.
Vermont Requirements Checklist
Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in Vermont under the Vermont Cottage Food Law
Home bakery / home processor registration Required
Cost: $0. Apply through your state agriculture department.
No Food Handler Cert Needed
Vermont does not require a food handler certification.
No Kitchen Inspection Needed
Vermont allows you to use your home kitchen without inspection.
Labeling Requirements
Producer name and address
Product name and ingredients
"Made in a home kitchen" disclaimer
Where You Can Sell in Vermont
Direct Sales (from home)
Allowed in Vermont
Online Sales (website)
Allowed in Vermont
Farmers Markets
Allowed in Vermont
Wholesale to Stores
Not permitted under Vermont cottage food law
Home Food Business Types in Vermont
Start any of these home food businesses under the Vermont Cottage Food Law
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