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Shannon Martin joined the group Florida 1 month, 4 weeks ago
Geraldine Smith joined the group Confections 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Sarah posted an update in the group Florida 3 months ago
Hi, I’m working on starting a CFO but I don’t know if I can as I live with my mother. Do I have to own the home or just need her permission? Worst case I can add her as an owner and open an llc but I’d rather avoid that if I can! Please help!
Sarah joined the group Florida 3 months ago
KK posted an update in the group Florida 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Hello All … I am having a bit of trouble finding information on whether or not I can use alcohol (bourbon) in my caramel candy recipe. I have a recipe that calls for 1/4 cup of bourbon and it makes around 80 pieces of candy. The alcohol gets cooked for a long while, so I am not even sure it is classified as alcohol anymore, but still I am c…[Read more]
KK joined the group Florida 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Barbara Mendoza joined the group Florida 7 months ago
Eric replied to the topic Selling other items in the forum Florida 7 months, 1 week ago
Thanks. I always thought you couldn’t but I obviously read the cottage laws wrong
David Crabill replied to the topic Selling other items in the forum Florida 7 months, 2 weeks ago
Yes, many people do this. Usually the barriers to entry for selling non-food items are lower. You could likely do it under the same general business license that you get for your cottage food business, but you might need a different sellers permit depending on what you’re selling. Also the sales tax requirements are likely different. I’m not…[Read more]
Eric started the topic Selling other items in the forum Florida 8 months, 1 week ago
Can I sell t-shirts or other non cottage food items along with my cottage food items ?
Giovana replied to the topic Interstate commerce in the forum Florida 8 months, 3 weeks ago
That’s great!
David Crabill replied to the topic Interstate commerce in the forum Florida 8 months, 3 weeks ago
It’s a gray area to be sure. All we know for sure is that FL, AR, and OK allow interstate shipping. So shipping between those states should be allowed.
Giovana replied to the topic Interstate commerce in the forum Florida 8 months, 3 weeks ago
That makes sense.
From what I’ve been reading, most states do not allow interstate commerce. I may be wrong, but it seems Florida is the only one allowing mail deliver across state lines.
I think the issue may arise if there are complaints made about the CFO on other states, and that could fall under FDA.
Cottage Oven replied to the topic Interstate commerce in the forum Florida 8 months, 3 weeks ago
A while back, I called the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and spoke with Melissa Durkin (who has since moved to another position).
At the time, she said that, officially, there is nothing in Florida’s cottage-food law specifically prohibiting shipping out of state – only that the current law (contrary to the past) now…[Read more]
Cottage Oven replied to the topic LLC in the forum Florida 8 months, 3 weeks ago
Since this is in the Florida forum, rather than California, I’ll throw in my two-cents’ worth.
In Florida, you can register an LLC quickly and easily online at Sunbiz and it only costs $125.00 each year (with a couple of options that could add up to $35.00 more). Far less than the California numbers mentioned in the Forrager FAQ.
One of the…[Read more]
Giovana started the topic Interstate commerce in the forum Florida 8 months, 4 weeks ago
Hi everyone, based on Florida’s cottage food law, are we allowed to sell products to other states? I read that we can use USPS to deliver across state line, but wanted to make sure. If this is possible, do you know what states DO NOT allow interstate CFO commerce? Thanks!
Giovana joined the group Florida 8 months, 4 weeks ago
Jerrilyn replied to the topic Home grown fruits and vegetables in the forum Florida 9 months ago
Starting a green garden and selling produce or eggs from your property can be a great initiative, but there are certain regulations and permits you’ll need to adhere to. Since regulations can vary based on your specific location and local ordinances, it’s essential to consult the official government sources for accurate and up-to-date…[Read more]
Jerrilyn joined the group Florida 9 months ago
David Crabill replied to the topic LLC in the forum Florida 9 months, 1 week ago
In general, I think an LLC is overkill for most cottage food businesses. You can read more here: https://forrager.com/faq/#llc
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