Cottage Food Laws in Wyoming
permissiveComplete guide to cottage food and bakery regulations in Wyoming. Updated for 2026.
General information, not legal advice. Cottage food laws change frequently — verify with the official source before launching your business. Report an error. Last verified: May 2026.
| Annual Sales Limit | No annual sales cap |
| License Required | No — No license or permit required under the Wyoming Food Freedom Act. |
| Kitchen Inspection | No kitchen inspection required. |
| Online Sales | Allowed — Online sales and delivery are permitted under the Food Freedom Act. |
Allowed Products
- Baked goods
- Candy
- Jams and jellies
- Honey
- Dry mixes
Prohibited Products
- Meat products (for non-informed-end-consumer sales)
- Dairy products (for non-informed-end-consumer sales)
Labeling Requirements
- Name and address of the producer
- Name of the product
- Ingredients list
- "This product was made in a home kitchen not subject to government food safety inspection"
Where You Can Sell
- Farmers markets
- Direct from home
- Online
- Community events
- Delivery
How Wyoming Compares
| State | Sales Limit | License | Online | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | No annual sales cap | No | Yes | permissive |
| Montana | $25,000 per year | No | No | moderate |
| South Dakota | No annual sales cap | No | No | permissive |
| Nebraska | $75,000 per year | Yes | Yes | moderate |
| Colorado | No annual sales cap | No | Yes | permissive |
| Utah | No statutory annual cap | Yes | No | moderate |
| Idaho | No annual sales cap | No | Yes | permissive |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Wyoming's Food Freedom Act special?▾
Wyoming was one of the first states to pass a Food Freedom Act, which removes most regulatory barriers for direct-to-consumer food sales with no sales cap.
Can I sell cottage food online in Wyoming?▾
Yes. Online sales and delivery are permitted under the Food Freedom Act.
Can I sell meat and dairy under Wyoming Food Freedom?▾
You can sell directly to "informed end consumers" (who are aware the products are not inspected), but not through retail stores or online.
Official source: Wyoming Dept. of Agriculture — Food Safety (Wyoming Food Freedom Act)