Laredo makes it. Soon you can find it.
Made in Laredo™ is a quality mark for local makers. The directory opens in November 2026. Join the list and be first to shop it.
Opens a short Google Form.
Find local goods
Pick a category. Certified makers appear here at launch. The tiles you can turn over now are samples.
Tap a tile to turn it over.
Baked goods, confections, preserves, dry mixes, seasonings and salsas made under the Texas Cottage Food Law.
How a maker earns the mark
Five steps from kitchen table to shelf.
Step 1: Business setup
An active Texas business registration (DBA or LLC) and a Sales Tax Permit.
Step 2: Compliance
The permits your craft needs: Food Handler Certificate, Texas Cottage Food Law compliance, or commercial permits.
Step 3: Insurance
Active general liability insurance coverage.
Step 4: Masterclasses
Made in Laredo™ modules on commercial scaling, safe sampling, labeling, financial management and retail strategy.
Step 5: Verification
A final review that your products are crafted or produced in Laredo.
Built with local partners
- MileOne
- Laredo Main Street
- Texas A&M International University SBDC
- El Quinto Sol
- Techsano
Make something in Laredo?
The first cohort is Culinary & Cottage Food. Tell us what you make and we will tell you where you fit.
