UPDATE April 2026: Please note, all CSU Extension Cottage Foods classes are on hold, beginning May 2026, while CO House Bill 26-1033 is in legislation. This house bill proposes an expansion of the Cottage Foods Act. Once it is determined if the bill has passed, Cottage Foods trainings will either be resumed immediately (if it fails), or remain on temporary hold until the curriculum can be updated to reflect the necessary educational requirements. Determination on the outcome of the bill is expected mid-May. CSU Extension is proactively redesigning the curriculum in anticipation of potential changes. However, updates cannot be completed until the bill is finalized.

Food safety training for Colorado Cottage Foods producers

Are you interested in producing food from a home kitchen with intent to sell to the public? If so, you need to complete a food safety training per the Colorado Cottage Foods Act. This training meets that requirement and upon passing, provides you with a certificate of training valid for three years. Course topics include: basic food safety applicable to food prepared in a home kitchen, packaging and labeling requirements, and an overview of eligible and non-eligible Cottage Foods products.

In addition to the above-mentioned content, this course offers 30 minutes of training focused on business basics to help you succeed as an entrepreneur.

If you wish to pay by cash or check, please register by contacting Nicole Clark. nicole.clark@colostate.edu or 970-382-6461

Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. | Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. | Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables.

CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English. | Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.

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