Retail legal with permitting in Idaho. State permit required. A 2023 law removed herd-share size limits and relaxed many restrictions, but advertising of raw milk is prohibited.
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 Idaho dairies to see which licensed producers serve your area, since many also offer farm pickup at a lower price.
Retail legal with permitting in Idaho. State permit required. A 2023 law removed herd-share size limits and relaxed many restrictions, but advertising of raw milk is prohibited.
Where can I buy raw milk in Idaho?
In Idaho 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 Idaho to find working dairies near you.
Are herd shares legal in Idaho?
Yes. Herd shares are recognized in Idaho. 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 Idaho 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 Idaho for your own use. You may not legally resell it.