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The Oregon Guide to Farm-Direct Marketing is intended to provide Oregon farm and seafood producers with a basic understanding of opportunities and regulations regarding direct marketing of Oregon agricultural products. The information presented here is based on current Oregon law, as of June 2006. Regulations discussed in this guide are stated in general terms to better apply to all direct marketers. No attempt has been made to provide legal advice. It is important that producers research regulations relating to their own particular circumstances by contacting the appropriate agencies and organizations listed in the resource sections of this handbook.
How to use this guide
- Part one: Information related to specific direct marketing ventures
This is where you'll find descriptions of specific opportunities and regulations for direct marketing ventures, e.g., farmers' markets, on-farm sales, roadside stands, online sales, etc. - Part two: What everyone needs to know
This section is used to describe topics common to all types of direct market sales, e.g., starting a business in Oregon, employing others, labeling, packaging, weighing and measuring. - Part three: Requirements for production and sale of specific commodities
This section will describe regulatory requirements for many common agricultural commodities in Oregon. - Part four: Resources
This section provides a list of resources and contact information that will be useful for further research.
Note: References to non-governmental Web sites or organizations are offered only to assist our readers and are not intended to endorse or benefit any private entity.
Online version
This new publication is available in electronic form only, at this time. The Table of Contents page will lead you to specific areas of interest. Use the Web page link for quick access to information. A pdf link is also provided, in the event that you would like to print any or all of the document.
Each subject area page will include a link back to the Table of Contents. Please contact the Oregon Department of Agriculture Information Office with your comments or corrections.
Produced by the Oregon Department of Agriculture
July, 2006
503-986-4550
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