Arkansas raw milk reference

Raw milk laws in Arkansas.

On-farm sales legal in Arkansas. A 2025 law permits incidental raw milk sales up to 500 gallons per month at the farm, at farmers markets, or via direct delivery to consumers.

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

What Arkansas actually allows

A 2025 law permits incidental raw milk sales up to 500 gallons per month at the farm, at farmers markets, or via direct delivery to consumers.

Legal channels for Arkansas raw milk buyers: on-farm pickup.

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How to actually buy raw milk in Arkansas

Retail in stores is not allowed in Arkansas, so the legal path is to buy directly from the farm. Use the live directory to find a working dairy near you, then drive to the farm or arrange any delivery the farmer offers within their permitted zone.

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Frequently asked questions

Is raw milk legal in Arkansas?

On-farm sales legal in Arkansas. A 2025 law permits incidental raw milk sales up to 500 gallons per month at the farm, at farmers markets, or via direct delivery to consumers.

Where can I buy raw milk in Arkansas?

In Arkansas the legal channels are: on-farm pickup. Use the farm-to-door directory filtered to Arkansas to find working dairies near you.

Can I bring raw milk into Arkansas 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 Arkansas for your own use. You may not legally resell it.