Alaska raw milk reference

Raw milk laws in Alaska.

Retail legal with registration in Alaska. Annual registration required. Herd shares are expressly permitted with proper contracts. Denatured raw milk for animal feed is also allowed.

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Last reviewed: 2026-05-08. Source: Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund. Verify with the Alaska Department of Agriculture before buying or selling.
Tier
Retail legal
Retail legal
Yes
On-farm legal
Yes
Herd share legal
Yes
Pet food allowed
No specific carve-out

What Alaska actually allows

Annual registration required. Herd shares are expressly permitted with proper contracts. Denatured raw milk for animal feed is also allowed.

Legal channels for Alaska raw milk buyers: retail in licensed grocery stores, on-farm pickup, herd shares or cow shares.

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How to actually buy raw milk in Alaska

Because retail sales are legal, you may be able to find raw milk on the shelf at health food stores, co-ops, and some independent groceries. Look for an "unpasteurized" label and a state license. Open the live directory of Alaska dairies to see which licensed producers serve your area, since many also offer farm pickup at a lower price.

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Frequently asked questions

Is raw milk legal in Alaska?

Retail legal with registration in Alaska. Annual registration required. Herd shares are expressly permitted with proper contracts. Denatured raw milk for animal feed is also allowed.

Where can I buy raw milk in Alaska?

In Alaska the legal channels are: retail in licensed grocery stores, on-farm pickup, herd shares or cow shares. Use the farm-to-door directory filtered to Alaska to find working dairies near you.

Are herd shares legal in Alaska?

Yes. Herd shares are recognized in Alaska. The buyer purchases an ownership interest in the herd, then pays a monthly boarding fee for the milk they receive.

Can I bring raw milk into Alaska from another state?

Federal law prohibits selling raw milk across state lines for human consumption, but does not prohibit possession or personal consumption. You may legally bring raw milk you bought in a legal state into Alaska for your own use. You may not legally resell it.