A new bill would allow small-scale home food producers in California to sell up to $50,000 worth of goods per year, reports the East Bay Express. The Homemade Food Operations Act, if approved by the governor, would make California the first state to permit the sale of home-cooked food.
While the 2012 California Homemade Food Act allows certain home-prepared items to be sold to the public, it’s limited to foods like baked goods, candy, and jams. The new bill would allow local jurisdictions to opt-in to the program. If they do, they would be responsible for inspecting home kitchens, just like food trucks, bed and breakfasts, and other food enterprises. Advocates say the legislation will improve food safety, according to the report. Full Story
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