VA HB699

Creates a new exemption allowing private homes and farms to sell any food directly to consumers without state inspection, provided sales occur at the home or farm location, are for personal consumption only, and include proper labeling with producer contact information and "NOT FOR RESALE — PROCESSED AND PREPARED WITHOUT STATE INSPECTION" statement

Expands existing exemptions for home-produced foods (candies, jams, baked goods, pickles) by removing the requirement that sales occur "at the private home," allowing sales only at temporary events (up to 14 days) or farmers markets

Clarifies that the $9,000 annual gross sales limit for acidified vegetables (pickles) applies specifically to sales from temporary events or farmers markets, not total sales

Prohibits localities from regulating the preparation, processing, or sale of food products at agricultural operations that comply with the new exemptions, unless there is substantial impact on public health, safety, or welfare

Maintains the Department's authority to inspect exempt private homes, farms, and retail establishments if consumer complaints are received