Retail Food Program

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About Us and FAQs

Learn more about the retail program, some frequently asked questions, and review the annual reports produced by the program

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Starting a Retail Food Business

Understand the process to obtaining a license to sell food in Minnesota

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Food Code Fact Sheets

Find printable Minnesota Food Code fact sheets in English, Spanish, Somali, and Hmong

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Retail Food for Thought Newsletter

Find the current and past issues of the Retail Food for Thought Newsletter

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Keeping Food Safe

Find information and resources for keeping food safe

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Specialized Processes

Learn more about specialized processes, HACCP plans, and some common foods that require a HACCP plan

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Temporary Food Establishments

Learn about the various temporary or mobile food establishments their requirements and limitations

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Risk Factor Study Reports

Read about the work the Retail Program conducts to better understand and reduce the occurrence of risk factors within the food establishment

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Find Your Retail Inspector

Identify your local inspector or the inspector for a particular site.