Cottage Food Laws in Kansas

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Complete guide to selling baked goods from home in Kansas. Updated for 2026.

Last verified: April 2026

Annual Sales Limit$50,000 per year
License RequiredNoNo license required. Must register with the Kansas Dept. of Agriculture.
Kitchen InspectionNo kitchen inspection required.
Online SalesNot allowedOnline sales are not explicitly authorized. Sales must be direct to consumer.

Allowed Products

  • Baked goods
  • Candy
  • Jams and jellies
  • Honey
  • Dried herbs

Prohibited Products

  • Cream-filled pastries
  • Meat products
  • Dairy products

Labeling Requirements

  • Name and address of the producer
  • Name of the product
  • Ingredients list
  • "Processed and prepared without state inspection"

Where You Can Sell

  • Farmers markets
  • Direct from home
  • Community events

How Kansas Compares

StateSales LimitLicenseOnlineLevel
Kansas$50,000 per yearNoNomoderate
Nebraska$75,000 per yearNoYespermissive
Missouri$50,000 per yearNoYespermissive
OklahomaNo annual sales capNoYespermissive
ColoradoNo annual sales capNoYespermissive

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register to sell cottage food in Kansas?

Yes. You must register with the Kansas Department of Agriculture before selling cottage food products.

Can I sell at retail stores in Kansas?

No. Kansas cottage food law limits sales to direct-to-consumer venues like farmers markets and from your home.

Official source: Kansas Dept. of Agriculture — Cottage Food

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