Important Notice: New License and Permit Surcharge
As part of our ongoing efforts to improve our services, the MDA is introducing a license and permit surcharge (MINN. STAT. 17.033). This surcharge is an application processing charge that will be added to all licensing and permitting applications and renewals beginning Jan. 1, 2025. The surcharge will be calculated as 5% of the license or permit fee, with a minimum charge of $5.
The surcharge is supporting the modernization of our technology systems, which will provide better online services and more efficient processing of applications. The collected funds will be dedicated to updating our electronic systems, making it easier for you to interact with us and access the services you need.
A food broker is a business whose principal mode of food sales is buying and selling food but never takes physical possession of the food being bought or sold. They are simply arranging the transaction between the seller and the buyer.
An example of a food broker is someone who buys a specialty beverage from one company, has it stored in another company's warehouse, and then sells it to customers and has it shipped directly from the warehouse.
Food brokers are inspected by the Manufactured Food Program within the Food and Feed Safety Division.
