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Is raw milk legal in Oregon?
Yes. Raw milk is legal in Oregon - on the farm - and many farms offer it.
On-farm sales
Legalunlicensed, up to 3 cows / 9 goats / 9 sheepHerdshares
No lawRetail stores
Limited / gray areagoat and sheep milk only (licensed)Find raw milk in Oregon
See farms in Oregon listed in the Milk Finder, and the ones that deliver or have pickup near you.
Frequently asked questions
Is raw milk legal in Oregon?
Yes. Raw milk is legal in Oregon - on the farm - and many farms offer it.
Can you buy raw milk directly from a farm in Oregon?
Yes. Buying raw milk on the farm is legal in Oregon (unlicensed, up to 3 cows / 9 goats / 9 sheep).
Are herdshares (cow shares) legal in Oregon?
Oregon has no law either way, so it is a gray area.
Can you buy raw milk in stores in Oregon?
Only with major limits (goat and sheep milk only (licensed)). Check the rules above before you buy.
Raw milk laws in nearby states
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This is a plain-language summary for families, not legal advice. Laws change and sources sometimes disagree - before you buy, check the farm’s permit, test results and labels with the state’s department of agriculture.