In 2026, Idaho passed the “Idaho Direct-to-Consumer Commerce Act” (SB 1283) which significantly expanded their cottage food law. Producers can sell all types of non-perishable foods and most types of perishable foods (excluding most meat products) directly to consumers within the state. The law also allows direct sales through a “designated agent” such as a… [read more]
Allows the direct sale of many types of perishable foods & beverages (as well as all non-perishable foods) without needing a license or permit. Allows sales through cooperative markets, consignment markets, and other venues (including retail stores) that do not take ownership of products. Allows those who raise poultry to use their poultry in products… [read more]
Would allow the sale of perishable foods for producers that sell under $5,000/year.
Stacey Kimball of Caldwell, ID shares how she went from cottage food to commercial kitchen to her own storefront by building relationships with her community and focusing on slow and consistent growth
In this very special 100th episode, previous guests come back on to share an update of what’s changed since they were last on the show, what’s surprised them, and what they’ve learned along the way
Diana Blaylock of Twin Falls, ID sells home-baked goods and shares how she went from a crowdfunding failure to raising over $50k to help grow her home bakery into a brick-and-mortar location.