Alaska
State Law:
The sale of raw milk, as well as raw yogurt, kefir, cheese, ice cream, cream, and butter, is legal direct to consumer. Sales at retail stores are legal if the producer has registered with the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and met other regulatory requirements. Retail stores selling raw milk must also register with DEC. Distribution of raw milk and any other raw dairy products through a herdshare agreement is legal by statute.
Options for Producers:
- Herd-shares
- Register with State as a Raw Milk Producer
Is a PMA recommended?
If we started a dairy in Alaska, we wouldn't form a PMA and simply register as a raw milk producer. Alaska, seems to be very friendly towards raw milk producers.
Alaska Raw Milk Producer Application:
Alaska has a very straightforward application to register your farm as a raw milk producer. Apply, attach a copy of your label(s) for each product, and that's it.