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Kentucky · Direct-to-Consumer Compliance

Vegetables

Whole fresh vegetables sell with light permitting; sprouts and cut items are restricted

Farm Exempt
WholeSell vegetables whole
GreensMixed greens are cottage listed
BannedRaw seed sprouts
ExemptFood sales exempt from sales tax

What's Covered / Needs a Different Path

What's Covered

  • Whole fresh vegetables at the farm, market or stand
  • Mixed greens and dried whole vegetables under registration

Needs a Different Path

  • Raw seed sprouts
  • Cooked vegetable dishes
  • Pickles and canned vegetables

Compliance Steps

A

Sell whole

Keep produce whole and uncut.

B

Check produce safety

Review the FSMA rule.

C

Move to another path

Canning, pickling and cooking need their own paths.

Quick Reference

ItemRuleRegulator
Whole vegetablesNo registration neededKDA / CHFS
SproutsProhibited for home-based processorsCHFS
Produce safetyFSMAFDA / KDA
Sales taxUnprepared exemptKY Dept. of Revenue

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sell microgreens?

Ask; sprouts are restricted.

Do I need a permit?

Not for whole raw produce.

Can I sell salsa?

No, see Canned Goods.

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