Are you a producer that wants to expand offerings to customers? Enroll in this free, online course for farmers, ranchers, and growers to learn about diversifying your income through value-added products made from your home kitchen. The course will walk you through establishing a cottage food business (a.k.a., limited food establishment) in Pennsylvania in addition to offering business and food safety resources.
Hosted by Madeline Owen, a dual MBA + MA of Food Studies graduate candidate and a Food Innovation Lab Coordinator with CRAFT. Content created with the help of Jade Umberger, a MA Food Studies graduate, CRAFT Innovation Lab Coordinator, and cottage food expert.
Regulations
Use this course to learn about the rules and regulations behind Pennsylvania Cottage Food Law.
Allowable Foods
Learn which foods are allowable and which require further certifications to produce. This will help you hone in on your value-added product and learn which certifications are right for you.
Home Food Safety
Learn the basics of keeping your home kitchen food safety compliant.