Montana raw milk reference

Raw milk laws in Montana.

Small dairy and delivery legal in Montana. Small dairies allowed up to 5 lactating cows, 10 goats, or 10 sheep. Testing and consumer notification required.

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

Small dairies allowed up to 5 lactating cows, 10 goats, or 10 sheep. Testing and consumer notification required.

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

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How to actually buy raw milk in Montana

Retail in stores is not allowed in Montana, 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 Montana?

Small dairy and delivery legal in Montana. Small dairies allowed up to 5 lactating cows, 10 goats, or 10 sheep. Testing and consumer notification required.

Where can I buy raw milk in Montana?

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

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