New Jersey raw milk reference

Raw milk laws in New Jersey.

Pet food only in New Jersey. Raw milk for pet consumption is lawful only with a state permit. Human-consumption sales are prohibited.

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Last reviewed: 2026-05-08. Source: Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund. Verify with the New Jersey Department of Agriculture before buying or selling.
Tier
Pet food only
Retail legal
No
On-farm legal
No
Herd share legal
No
Pet food allowed
Yes (separate licensing)

What New Jersey actually allows

Raw milk for pet consumption is lawful only with a state permit. Human-consumption sales are prohibited.

Legal channels for New Jersey raw milk buyers: pet food sales only.

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How to actually buy raw milk in New Jersey

New Jersey restricts raw milk to pet-food sales only. Working dairies in the state can be licensed as raw pet milk producers and sell labeled product. Some buyers in pet-food-only states obtain raw milk by driving to a neighboring state where retail is legal; this is permissible for personal use, but not for resale. Use the live directory to find your nearest legal source.

Other pet food only states

Frequently asked questions

Is raw milk legal in New Jersey?

Pet food only in New Jersey. Raw milk for pet consumption is lawful only with a state permit. Human-consumption sales are prohibited.

Where can I buy raw milk in New Jersey?

In New Jersey the legal channels are: pet food sales only. Use the farm-to-door directory filtered to New Jersey to find working dairies near you.

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