HomeMy WebLinkAboutVendorsExemptFromPermitPer MA State Food Code, Section 105 CMR 590.010.
*VENDORS WHO ARE EXEMPT FROM FARMERS MARKET PERMITS:
(D) Public Markets and Farmers Markets
(1) Exempt Market Operations. No permit from the board of health is required to sell the following
products from a public market or farmers market:
(a) Whole, uncut fresh fruits and vegetables.
(b) Unprocessed honey, or raw honey as defined by the National Honey Board
(c) Pure maple products.
(d) Farm fresh eggs which are stored and maintained at 45°F (7.2°C) or less.
(2) Market Operations Approval.
(a) Except as specified 105 CMR 590.010(D)(1), a vendor at a public market or farmers market
shall not sell or serve food unless it has been approved to do so and has obtained a valid permit
from the Board of Health.