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Artisan Food Producer Membership

Membership is open to artisan food producers throughout the United States who make off-farm-produced food products marketed directly to the consumer.

Examples of an artisanal producer include, but are not limited to, cheese makers, bakers and those producing lacto-fermented goods in home kitchens as well as in commercial kitchens.

Thank you for helping us to further our mission.

Membership Info:

Annual Membership: $125

Apply online, or download the Membership Application to mail in.

Renew your membership.

Frequently Asked Questions.

Membership Benefits:

Legal Defense
Potential legal representation to defend the distribution of artisan foods directly to consumers.

Consistent with Internal Revenue Service regulations, we cannot guarantee representation in every case. However, in practice, we will come to the aid of our members to protect and advance the rights of all to grow, raise, prepare, provide, purchase and consume nutrient-dense foods.

Security
Our 24-hour hotline for legal emergencies any time of the day or night: (800) 867-5891

Freedom
Participation in direct commerce knowing that lobbying and advocacy are available in the event of government interference.

Sound Advice
Advice on federal, state and local agriculture and health department regulations affecting direct distribution of farm products.

Accurate Information
Access to information is available upon legal consultation with our attorneys, tailored to your need and location.

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Defending the rights and broadening the freedoms of family farms and protecting consumer access to raw milk and nutrient dense foods. Copyright © 2007-2025 · For more information: email: [email protected] · Phone: (703) 208-FARM (3276) · Falls Church, VA Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund (FTCLDF) The content of this website is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be nor should it be construed as either a legal opinion or as legal advice. Articles posted here do not necessarily represent the views or the position of the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund.