Maine has no statewide sales cap for cottage food producers selling homemade, non-perishable foods directly to consumers.
Maine has no statewide sales cap for cottage food producers selling homemade, non-perishable foods directly to consumers.
Registration with the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry may be required — check current guidance.
Not typically required for cottage food operations.
A local business license may be required.
Not typically required for cottage food operations.
Not legal advice — label wording and requirements can change. Do your own research with Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry before printing labels.
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Yes. Maine allows home bakers to sell approved homemade goods directly to consumers under its cottage food rules. Maine has no statewide sales cap for cottage food producers selling homemade, non-perishable foods directly to consumers.
Typically allowed items include Cookies, brownies, and bars, Cakes and cupcakes (no cream, custard, or perishable fillings), Quick breads and yeast breads, Pies and pastries (fruit-based, not cream or custard), Candy, fudge, and confections, and similar non-perishable homemade goods. Foods that require refrigeration, such as cream pies and cheesecakes, are generally not allowed. Always confirm the current list with Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry.
Registration with the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry may be required — check current guidance.
Maine's cottage food annual sales limit is: No statewide sales limit.