What is covered vs. needs a different path
Covered
- Whole raw vegetables
- Farm stand sales
- Farmers markets
Needs a different path
- Cut or mixed salad
- Fermented (sauerkraut)
- Wholesale without license
Three compliance steps
A
Check farm size
Produce Safety Rule coverage depends on thresholds.
B
Keep it whole
Cutting moves you into licensing.
C
Sell direct
Farm stands and markets are allowed.
Quick reference
| Item | Rule | Regulator |
|---|---|---|
| Whole vegetables | Exempt | KDA |
| Cut | Licensed | KDA |
| Produce rule | Qualified exemption possible | FDA |
FAQ
Do I need a license to sell tomatoes?
Whole raw farm produce typically does not; confirm with KDA.
Do I still need to collect sales tax?
Register with the Kansas Department of Revenue. The state rate on food and food ingredients has been 0 percent since Jan. 1, 2025, but local taxes still apply, and prepared food, alcohol, supplements and non-food items remain taxable (KDOR Pub. KS-1223).
Where do I get help?
Contact the regulator named in the table before you sell.
Printable checklist
- Check sales threshold
- Keep clean water
- Label origin
- Register with Kansas Dept. of Revenue
- Confirm local business or market rules