Mississippi Cottage Food Law MS Code 75-29-901 allows home-produced non-hazardous foods up to $35,000 annual sales. Registration with MDOH not required but labeling is mandatory.
Rankin County follows Mississippi Cottage Food Operations Law (MS Code 75-29-901 et seq.). Permitted products include baked goods, candies, jams/jellies, dried herbs, granola, and dry mixes. Potentially hazardous foods (meat, dairy, cream-filled items, fermented foods) are prohibited. Annual gross sales cap is $35,000. Sales permitted direct-to-consumer only: farmers markets (Brandon Farmers Market, Reservoir Farmers Market), roadside stands, online with in-state delivery. Sales to restaurants or retailers prohibited. Labels must include producer name/address, product name, ingredients, allergens, net weight, and the phrase 'Made in a cottage food operation that is not subject to Mississippi's food safety regulations.' No MDOH license or kitchen inspection required.
Selling prohibited foods: cease and desist from MDOH. Exceeding $35,000 cap: requires commercial kitchen and retail food permit. Labeling violations: warnings then fines.
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