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MN HF1167

MN HF1167
Registered small farm producers permitted to sell fluid raw milk and fluid raw milk products to consumers under certain circumstances.


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Introduced
02/01/2023
In Committee
02/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to agriculture; permitting registered small farm producers to sell fluid raw milk and fluid raw milk products to consumers under certain circumstances; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 32D.20, subdivision 1; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 28A.

AI Summary

This bill would permit registered small farm producers to sell fluid raw milk and fluid raw milk products, such as milk, cream, butter, cheese, and yogurt, directly to consumers under certain circumstances. The key provisions include: (1) exempting small farm producers with less than 12 animal units from state licensing requirements, (2) allowing direct sales of raw milk products from the producer's home or at community events and farmers' markets, (3) requiring annual registration with the state, including proof of food safety training and animal health testing, and (4) exempting registered small farm producers from the state's pasteurization requirements for milk and milk products.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Agriculture Finance and Policy (on 02/01/2023)

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