Individuals in the business of buying and reselling produce are required to have a license through the California Department of Food and Agriculture Market Enforcement Branch.  The following link will take you to the License Applications and Application Instructions found on CDFA's website.

Market Enforcement Forms 

In addition, proof of ownership is required if the amount of produce being sold exceeds 25 pounds.   A record of proof of ownership shall include:

  • the name, address, phone number, and signature of the seller
  • the name, address, phone number of the purchaser
  • the common name of the commodity 
  • the quantity sold
  • the date of the transaction
All agricultural products sold must comply with  marking requirements and standard containers, if applicable.  Marking requirements are as follows:
  • Identity- the common name of the commodity
  • Responsibility- the company name and address
  • Quantity- Net weight, measure, or count

We suggest all roadside and farm stands visit  or contact The Agricultural Dept.

Application Form