Arizona Raw Milk Laws & Regulations

Arizona authorizes retail and farm-direct raw milk sales under Arizona Revised Statutes §3-606 and associated regulations of the Arizona Department of Agriculture (AZDA). Licensed producers must meet Grade A milk standards including herd health testing (tuberculosis, brucellosis), bacterial count and somatic cell count compliance, sanitation requirements, and raw milk labeling with required advisory statements. Arizona permits licensed producers to distribute through licensed retail establishments, including health food stores and grocery retailers, as well as at the farm. The Arizona raw milk regulatory framework has been stable and permissive for many years, making the state one of the most accessible in the country for licensed raw milk consumers.

Arizona has a well-developed retail raw milk market. Licensed raw milk is available in health food stores, food cooperatives, and specialty retailers in the Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas and throughout the state. Arizona's warm climate, outdoor-focused culture, and active natural health community have driven consistent demand for raw milk access. The state's licensed framework provides a clear and reliable supply chain from licensed farms to retail outlets. Arizona consumers can purchase raw milk in stores or directly at farms; the state does not restrict licensed raw milk to farm-only sales. Raw milk kefir and other raw milk products are also available through Arizona's licensed retail network.