Confirm with the Ohio Dept. of Agriculture.
- Baked goods
- Jams, jellies, and fruit butters
- Candy
- Dried fruits and nuts
- Granola and popcorn
- Honey
Meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, and potentially hazardous foods.
Direct to consumer at farmers markets, stands, and from home.
Producer name and address, ingredients, allergen statement, and 'Made in a home kitchen.'
No license required for low-risk cottage foods; confirm local rules.
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