Illinois Cottage Food Update

Whether for a hobby or as a career, selling food grown or made in your home carries endless possibilities for enjoyment and profit. It also carries substantial responsibilities for the safety of the public who purchases and consumes your food products. Major changes took effect January 1, 2022 in the Cottage Food Operation Law's Home-to-Market Act.

In this free workshop, you’ll learn how to operate your home cottage food business under the new regulations and explore new Illinois Extension resources to get you and others started on the right path.