Wisconsin Cottage Food Law

Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in Wisconsin (2026)

Everything you need to know about the Wisconsin Cottage Food Law — revenue limits, permits, allowed products, online sales, and how to start your home food business.

$25,000

Revenue Limit

Annual limit under cottage food law

In-Person Only

Online Sales

Direct sales at markets and events

Yes

Permit Required

Cottage food registration — $0

tightly regulated

Regulation Level

Wisconsin is considered tightly regulated for home food

What You Can Sell in Wisconsin

baked goods (no cream/custard)

candy

jams

jellies

popcorn

Prohibited Products

meat

dairy

canned foods

cream-filled baked goods

Always verify current allowed products with your local health department, as regulations can change.

Wisconsin Requirements Checklist

Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in Wisconsin under the Wisconsin Cottage Food Law
Cottage food registration Required

Cost: $0. Apply through your state agriculture department.

Apply
No Food Handler Cert Needed

Wisconsin does not require a food handler certification.

No Kitchen Inspection Needed

Wisconsin allows you to use your home kitchen without inspection.

Labeling Requirements

Producer name and address

Product name and ingredients

"Not inspected" disclaimer

Where You Can Sell in Wisconsin

Direct Sales (from home)

Allowed in Wisconsin

Online Sales (website)

Not permitted under Wisconsin cottage food law

Farmers Markets

Allowed in Wisconsin

Wholesale to Stores

Not permitted under Wisconsin cottage food law

Start Your Home Food Business in Wisconsin

Explore city-specific guides with local market data and business type recommendations

Farmers Markets in Wisconsin

Wisconsin allows cottage food sales at farmers markets — here are popular venues
Milwaukee Public Market

Daily · Year-round

Milwaukee, Third Ward

Fondy Farmers Market

Saturday · June–November

Milwaukee, Fondy Park

Wauwatosa Farmers Market

Saturday · May–October

Milwaukee, Wauwatosa

Food Events in Wisconsin

Summerfest
June–July
Milwaukee

World's largest music festival on the lakefront — massive food vendor opportunities.

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Milwaukee Food Truck Friday
June–September
Milwaukee

Weekly food truck gathering at Zeidler Union Square in downtown.

Bastille Days
July
Milwaukee

French-themed festival in Cathedral Square with artisan food vendors and crepe makers.

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