Sell Homemade Food in Georgia — A Friendly 2026 Guide
Everything you need to start your home food business in Georgia — what you can sell, what permits you need, where to register, and how to ship.
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Georgia is considered very business-friendly for home food
You've Got This — Here's How to Start
Selling food from home in Georgia is easier than it sounds. Just follow these steps in order.
Read your state's rules (5 min)
Georgia Department of Agriculture explains everything you need to know about the Georgia Cottage Food Regulations (GA Comp. R. & Regs. 40-7-19); House Bill 398.
Print your labels
Every package needs a label with your name, ingredients, and a few other details. We list exactly what Georgia requires below.
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What You Can Sell in Georgia
baked goods
candy
jams
jellies
honey
dried fruits
granola
popcorn
roasted nuts
Prohibited Products
meat
dairy
canned vegetables
Rules can change — quickly check with Georgia Department of Agriculture before you start, just to be safe.
Georgia Requirements Checklist
Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in Georgia under the Georgia Cottage Food Regulations (GA Comp. R. & Regs. 40-7-19); House Bill 398
No Permit Needed
Georgia does not require a permit for cottage food operations.
No Food Handler Cert Needed
Georgia does not require a food handler certification.
No Kitchen Inspection Needed
Georgia allows you to use your home kitchen without inspection.
What Goes on Your Label
Every package you sell needs a label. Here's exactly what Georgia wants on it — copy this list.
Producer name and address
Product name
Ingredients in descending order by weight
Allergen disclosure (per federal labeling requirements)
Net weight or volume
"MADE IN A COTTAGE FOOD OPERATION THAT IS NOT SUBJECT TO STATE FOOD SAFETY INSPECTIONS" in all caps, Times New Roman or Arial, at least 10-pt type with contrasting color
Ingredient list — listed in order from most to least
Georgia requires you to list every ingredient on each package. Start with the heaviest ingredient and work your way down. Sub-ingredients (like "chocolate chips: cocoa, sugar, milkfat") go in parentheses.
Allergen disclosure — required
Clearly list any of the 9 major allergens your product contains: milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, and sesame. A simple line works: "Contains: wheat, eggs, milk."
What You Can Ship From Georgia
Cookies, jams, dry mixes — these ship great from Georgia. Here's what works.
Shelf-stable products that ship well
baked goods
candy
jams
honey
dried fruits
granola
popcorn
roasted nuts
Ship within Georgia only
Georgia cottage food producers can sell and ship online to customers within Georgia. The required cottage food disclaimer must appear on the shipping container or invoice; out-of-state shipping is not authorized.
What can't ship
Anything that needs refrigeration — cheesecakes, custard pies, cream-filled pastries, fresh dairy, meat — can't be shipped under cottage food rules. Stick to dry, shelf-stable items for shipping. Local pickup and delivery still work great for everything else.
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Where You Can Sell in Georgia
Direct Sales (from home)
Allowed in Georgia
Online Sales (website)
Allowed in Georgia
Farmers Markets
Allowed in Georgia
Wholesale to Stores
Not permitted under Georgia cottage food law
Start Your Home Food Business in Georgia
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Home Food Business Types in Georgia
Start any of these home food businesses under the Georgia Cottage Food Regulations (GA Comp. R. & Regs. 40-7-19); House Bill 398
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Explore Cottage Food Laws in Other States
Moving or expanding beyond Georgia? Compare the rules elsewhere.
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