Georgia raw milk reference

Raw milk laws in Georgia.

On-farm legal with permit in Georgia. Permitted on-farm sales have been legal since July 1, 2023. Raw cheese aged to federal standards is also legal.

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Last reviewed: 2026-05-08. Source: Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund. Verify with the Georgia 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 Georgia actually allows

Permitted on-farm sales have been legal since July 1, 2023. Raw cheese aged to federal standards is also legal.

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

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Live directory, filtered to raw milk in your area.

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How to actually buy raw milk in Georgia

Retail in stores is not allowed in Georgia, 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.

Other on-farm only states

Frequently asked questions

Is raw milk legal in Georgia?

On-farm legal with permit in Georgia. Permitted on-farm sales have been legal since July 1, 2023. Raw cheese aged to federal standards is also legal.

Where can I buy raw milk in Georgia?

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

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