Mississippi Zoning & Land Use Laws

Cottage Food Law

Mississippi Cottage Food Law (Mississippi Code Section 75-37-1 et seq.): Mississippi allows home-based food production and sale of certain non-potentially-hazardous foods without a food establishment permit. Permitted products include baked goods, jams, jellies, candy, dried herbs, popcorn, and similar items. Annual gross revenue limit of $75,000 per year — one of the highest caps in the Southeast. Direct-to-consumer sales from the home, at farmers markets, community events, and online with in-person delivery. No retail or wholesale distribution. Products must be labeled with: producer name and home address, product name, ingredient list, net weight, allergen statement, and 'Made in a Home Kitchen Not Inspected by the Mississippi State Department of Health.' No state permit required. Mississippi has a notably high cottage food revenue cap at $75,000/year, making it one of the more permissive cottage food states in the South. The law was expanded in 2021. Mississippi does not require registration or permit for cottage food producers operating under the cap.