Yes, raw milk sales are permitted in Alaska under strict state-mandated conditions. The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) regulates raw milk sales through its Food Safety & Sanitation Program, allowing direct-to-consumer transactions only from licensed dairies. As of 2026, compliance requires annual inspections, bacterial testing thresholds, and consumer disclosure of health risks. Interstate sales remain prohibited under federal FDA standards.
Key Regulations for Raw Milk in Alaska
- Licensing Requirements: Only dairies holding an ADEC-issued license may sell raw milk. Applicants must submit a Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan and pass sanitary facility inspections.
- Testing Protocols: Dairies must conduct weekly bacterial tests (e.g., E. coli, Salmonella) with results below 10,000 CFU/g for coliforms and 0 CFU/g for pathogens. ADEC retains authority to suspend licenses for violations.
- Consumer Disclosures: Retailers must display a state-approved warning label stating: “This product has not been pasteurized and may contain harmful bacteria.” Oral disclosures are mandatory during sales transactions.