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Cooking Up Success: How to Sell Food from Your Home Kitchen | Jersey & Calhoun

Have you ever thought about turning your homemade foods into something you can sell? Whether it’s jams, baked goods, or family favorites, you can do it right from your own kitchen.

Join Jersey County Health Department and Illinois Extension for a practical, up-to-date class on selling homemade foods at farmers markets and beyond. You’ll learn the ins and outs of the Illinois Cottage Food Law, including the latest updates and how to safely prepare and sell your products with confidence.

We’ll also cover the basics of getting started, from simple marketing and branding ideas to key steps for launching your own small business. By the end, you’ll feel more prepared, informed, and ready to take that next step.

Perfect for all ages and anyone curious about turning homemade into homegrown income.

There are 2 class options to choose from:

Jersey County - Thursday, May 7 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Jersey County Extension Office, located at 201 W. Exchange St. in Jerseyville.

Calhoun County - Thursday, May 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Calhoun County Extension Office, located at 728 S. Park St. in Hardin.

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