Herdshare Programs in South Carolina
Herdshare Legal Status in South Carolina
Raw milk retail sales are legal with a permit.
Herdshare agreements in South Carolina are governed by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture. 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 South Carolina, herdshares are one of several legal options alongside direct farm-gate purchases and retail sales.
South Carolina Herdshare Listings
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Submit a Herdshare ProgramHow Herdshares Work in South Carolina
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 South Carolina under contract law.
Raw Milk Farms in South Carolina
Browse all raw milk farms and dairies in South Carolina, including farm-gate sales options.
Raw Milk Laws in South Carolina
Read the complete legal guide for raw milk and herdshares in South Carolina.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are herdshares legal in South Carolina?
Yes. Herdshare programs are permitted in South Carolina. Raw milk retail sales are legal with a permit.
How do I find a herdshare in South Carolina?
Browse our directory above (listings coming soon), ask at local farmers markets, contact South Carolina Department of Agriculture, or search for local food buying clubs in your area.