Herdshare Programs in New Hampshire
Herdshare Legal Status in New Hampshire
Raw milk retail sales are legal with a license. One of the more permissive states.
Herdshare agreements in New Hampshire are governed by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services. A herdshare contract transfers partial ownership of a dairy animal to the consumer, who then receives milk as an owner rather than as a buyer. In New Hampshire, herdshares are one of several legal options alongside direct farm-gate purchases and retail sales.
New Hampshire Herdshare Listings
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Submit a Herdshare ProgramHow Herdshares Work in New Hampshire
In a herdshare arrangement, you purchase fractional ownership of a dairy animal (typically a cow or goat). You then pay a regular boarding fee to the farmer who cares for and milks your animal. In return, you receive a regular allocation of fresh raw milk proportional to your ownership share.
Because you legally own a portion of the animal, the milk you receive is not a purchased product — it is your milk. This structure makes herdshares legally permissible in New Hampshire under contract law.
Raw Milk Farms in New Hampshire
Browse all raw milk farms and dairies in New Hampshire, including farm-gate sales options.
Raw Milk Laws in New Hampshire
Read the complete legal guide for raw milk and herdshares in New Hampshire.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are herdshares legal in New Hampshire?
Yes. Herdshare programs are permitted in New Hampshire. Raw milk retail sales are legal with a license. One of the more permissive states.
How do I find a herdshare in New Hampshire?
Browse our directory above (listings coming soon), ask at local farmers markets, contact New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, or search for local food buying clubs in your area.