Cottage food producers in Minneapolis operate under Minnesota Statute 28A.152, which was expanded in 2021 to allow up to 78,000 dollars in annual gross sales. Producers must register with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and complete a food safety course but do not need a commercial kitchen or city license.
Minnesota Statute 28A.152 authorizes cottage food operations statewide, including within Minneapolis, and preempts local regulation of registered cottage food producers. The 2021 amendment raised the gross sales cap from 18,000 dollars to 78,000 dollars per year, dramatically expanding the industry. Permitted foods include non-potentially hazardous items such as baked goods, jams, jellies, pickles with pH under 4.6, dried herbs, roasted coffee, granola, and candies. Producers must register annually with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), complete a food safety training every three years, and label all products with the producer name, address, ingredients, allergens, and the statement that the food is made in a home kitchen that is not subject to state inspection. Sales are allowed direct to consumer at farmers markets, community events, from the home, and online with in-person pickup or direct delivery. Minneapolis home occupation rules (Chapter 536) still apply for client visits and exterior impact.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Minneapolis code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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