§ 21–309.2
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 21-309.2 (2026)
Title 21. Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics
Subtitle 3. Food Establishments
§ 21–309.2LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A county may establish a seasonal farmer’s market producer sampling license to be required for a producer of a farm product to prepare and offer samples of the farm product for human consumption at a farmer’s market or at a public festival or event.
(b)
A county seasonal farmer’s market producer sampling license established under this section shall:
(1)
Be valid at all farmer’s markets in the county;
(2)
Be valid at any public festival or event in the county;
(3)
Be valid for the entire season for which it is issued; and
(4)
Have a single fee as set by the county.
(c)
A seasonal farmer’s market producer sampling licensee shall use the license only to offer samples of a farm product that has been produced by the licensee.
(d)
The Department shall adopt regulations that:
(1)
Establish eligibility for the license;
(2)
Provide for the authorized uses of the license;
(3)
Establish standards and approved methods under which sampling shall be conducted;
(4)
Specify the duration of the season during which the license is valid; and
(5)
Include other provisions that are necessary to protect public health and control foodborne illnesses.
(e)
A county issuing a seasonal farmer’s market producer sampling license shall adopt an ordinance that:
(1)
Sets the fee for the license;
(2)
Provides for the enforcement of provisions of law under which the license is issued; and
(3)
Provides penalties for violations of provisions of law under which the license is issued.