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Farm Exempt

Honey

Raw and processed honey. Selling direct to consumers in Maine.

Comb honeyNo processing license
ProcessedHome license
MapleHome license
LabelRequired

What is covered

Covered by this path

  • Raw honey in the comb
  • Processed honey with a license

Needs a different path

  • Honey blended with other ingredients without license

Three compliance steps

A

Raw comb

Raw honey in the comb does not require a processing license.

B

Processed

Extracted, jarred honey needs a Home license.

C

Label

Net weight and name.

Quick reference

ItemRuleRegulator
Comb honeyNo processing licenseDACF
Jarred honeyHome Food licenseDACF QA&R

Frequently asked

Do I need a license for jarred honey?

Per Maine Farmers' Markets guidance, yes.

Printable checklist

Type decided
License if needed
Labels printed