Virginia raw milk reference

Raw milk laws in Virginia.

Pet food only in Virginia. Raw cow and goat milk are illegal for human consumption. Since June 2024 they may be sold under a pet feed license.

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

Raw cow and goat milk are illegal for human consumption. Since June 2024 they may be sold under a pet feed license.

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

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How to actually buy raw milk in Virginia

Virginia 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 Virginia?

Pet food only in Virginia. Raw cow and goat milk are illegal for human consumption. Since June 2024 they may be sold under a pet feed license.

Where can I buy raw milk in Virginia?

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

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