Free Learning Guides
Learn the Business of Cottage Food
Choose a guide track for the business decisions ahead of you. Availability below comes from published, readable content; it is not a course enrollment or completion record.
Getting Started
Plan your first steps: research local requirements, choose products, and organize your business.
Beginner3 published guides
Food Safety Essentials
Study food handling, storage, allergens, and production practices for home kitchens.
Beginner2 published guides
Labeling & Packaging
Research label elements and packaging choices alongside your jurisdiction's requirements.
Intermediate1 published guide
Pricing for Profit
Work through ingredient, packaging, and labor costs before setting prices.
Intermediate1 published guide
Marketing Your Business
Plan market-day sales, customer communication, and a clear story for your business.
Intermediate1 published guide
Scale Up
Compare sales channels and prepare for production beyond a home kitchen.
Advanced2 published guides