Cottage Food Laws in Georgia (2026)
Complete guide to Georgia's cottage food laws: $150,000 per year (individual) | $300,000 per year (with at least one part-time employee) annual limit, registration required, and online sales allowed.
Georgia has very high limits — $150K individual, $300K with employees. One of the most business-friendly cottage food states.
Quick Facts for Georgia
Annual Sales Limit
$150,000 per year (individual) | $300,000 per year (with at least one part-time employee)
Registration/Permit
Required — Register with the Georgia Department of Agriculture.
Kitchen Inspection
No inspection required
Food Handler Certification
Not required
Online Sales
Yes — online ordering allowed
Governing Agency
What You Can Sell in Georgia
Allowed Products
- Baked goods
- Candy
- Jams and jellies
- Honey
- Dried herbs
- Popcorn
- Granola
Not Allowed
- Time/temperature controlled foods
- Meat, dairy, seafood
- Canned low-acid foods
Where You Can Sell in Georgia
Labeling Requirements in Georgia
Every product you sell must include these on the label:
How to Start a Cottage Food Business in Georgia
Verify your products are allowed
Georgia allows specific non-potentially-hazardous foods. See the allowed products list above. If your product isn't listed, check with Georgia Department of Agriculture.
Consider food safety training (optional)
Georgia does not require food handler certification, but taking one builds customer trust and helps you follow best practices.
Register with your state
Register with the Georgia Department of Agriculture.
Set up proper labeling
Georgia requires specific label elements on every product. See the labeling requirements section above for the exact list.
Start selling
Begin selling at approved venues in Georgia. Track your sales to stay within the $150,000 per year (individual) | $300,000 per year (with at least one part-time employee) annual limit.
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Chat with AI AssistantCottage food laws change frequently. This guide is for informational purposes only. Always verify current requirements with Georgia's department of agriculture or health department before starting a cottage food business.