UT SB0217

Removes the signage requirement for direct-to-sale farmers markets that previously required posting notices that products have not been certified, licensed, regulated, or inspected by state or local authorities

Allows producers to use designated representatives to distribute, sell, deliver, hold, store, or offer homemade food products for sale at direct-to-sale locations, with producers retaining ownership unless otherwise agreed

Expands direct-to-sale location definition to include any location agreed upon by the producer (or their designated representative) and the informed final consumer

Exempts food and food ingredients or prepared food sold by a home cook from state sales tax, effective July 1, 2026

Effective dates: most provisions take effect May 6, 2026; sales tax exemption provisions take effect July 1, 2026