No. Raw milk sales are prohibited in Florida except under strict herd-share agreements or limited pet milk exemptions. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) enforces Chapter 502, Florida Statutes, which bans commercial raw milk sales to consumers. Recent 2026 compliance guidance emphasizes heightened testing protocols for any permitted herd-share programs.
Key Regulations for Raw Milk in Florida
- Herd-share agreements require written contracts between producers and consumers, with FDACS-approved labeling disclaiming health risks. Violations trigger immediate cease-and-desist orders.
- Pet milk exemption permits raw milk sales for non-human consumption only, subject to FDACS inspection and labeling mandates under Rule 5H-2.005.
- Testing requirements mandate monthly bacterial and pathogen screenings (e.g., E. coli, Salmonella) for any herd-share operations, with results submitted to FDACS within 5 business days.
Local ordinances in counties like Miami-Dade further restrict raw milk distribution, aligning with state prohibitions. FDACS’s 2026 enforcement priorities include unannounced inspections of dairy farms and civil penalties up to $10,000 for non-compliance. Consumers seeking raw milk must navigate these constraints or risk legal action.