The Division of Regulatory Services plays a vital role in protecting Utah consumers and supporting the state’s agricultural, food, and textile industries. Through its various programs—spanning food safety, dairy, weights and measures, and the regulation of bedding, upholstered furniture, and quilted clothing—the Division ensures that products are safe, accurately represented, and consistently meet quality standards.
With a strong emphasis on professionalism and science-based practices, the Division provides clear, helpful guidance to producers, helping them navigate regulatory requirements while promoting fair competition and market integrity. By maintaining a vigilant presence and offering expert support, the Division safeguards Utah’s food and textile supply chains, reinforcing public trust in the products used and consumed across the state.
Regulatory Programs and Services:

Under the Bedding, Upholstered Furniture, and Quilted Clothing Inspection Act, UDAF monitors relevant products for hygiene & allergens and maintains annual licensing for manufacturers/retailers, inspection/testing, and labeling information.

Dairy product production, handling, pasteurization, and distribution must be in compliance with state regulations. View all forms, resources, regulations, and inspection fee lists, and contact the department for more assistance. For information on producing cheese and ice cream products, please see Manufactured Food.

Use the form above to report a problem at the following types of establishments:
- Grocery stores
- Butcheries
- Bakeries
- Farmers markets (including dairy and prepackaged products)
- Food manufacturing or processing establishments

The Retail Food Regulatory Program oversees farmers markets and retail food establishments, ensuring compliance with good retail practices and establishing public health interventions to mitigate foodborne illness risk factors.
Contact Information:
| Name | Email Address | Phone Number | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Division Director | Travis Waller | [email protected] | (801) 982-2250 |
| Bedding, Upholstered Furniture, and Quilted Clothing | Kristy Ware | [email protected] | (801) 982-2264 |
| Cottage Food | Rebecca Nielsen | [email protected] | (385) 799-0281 |
| Dairy | Ben Thomas | [email protected] | (801) 982-2263 |
| Manufactured Food | Coreen Cogswell | ccogswell@utah.gov | (801) 699-2055 |
| Metrology Lab | Bill Rigby | [email protected] | (801) 982-2267 |
| Rapid Response Team | Talisha Bacon | [email protected] | (801) 982-2256 |
| Retail Food | Cole Dalton | [email protected] | (385) 332-1499 |
| Weights and Measures | Miland Kofford | [email protected] | (801) 982-2261 |










