Rye

CPC v2.1 Code: 0116

About rye

cpc code 0116 covers the production of rye, a cereal grain that has been an important staple food and animal feed for centuries. Rye is a hardy, resilient crop that can thrive in poor soil conditions and colder climates, making it a valuable agricultural commodity, particularly in regions where other grains may struggle. As a versatile grain, rye is used in the production of bread, beer, whiskey, and animal feed, contributing to its significance within the broader agricultural and food processing industries.

Production process

The production of rye typically involves sowing the seeds in the fall, allowing the crop to overwinter, and then harvesting the mature grain in the late spring or early summer. Rye is often grown using traditional farming methods, such as plowing, seeding, and harvesting with specialized machinery. After harvesting, the rye grain may undergo further processing, such as cleaning, drying, and storage, before being used in various food and industrial applications.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of rye include arable land, suitable soil conditions, and access to water for irrigation. Rye also requires agricultural machinery, such as tractors, seeders, and harvesters, as well as fertilizers and pesticides to ensure optimal growth and yield. Additionally, labor is a crucial input, as the various stages of rye production, from sowing to harvesting, often require manual intervention and skilled workers.

Production outputs

The primary output of the rye industry is the rye grain itself, which can be used in the production of 2046 Bread, 1105 Beer, and 1101 Distilled Alcoholic Beverages. Rye grain is also a valuable animal feed, particularly for livestock such as 0141 Dairy Cattle and 0142 Other Cattle. The straw produced during the harvesting process can also be used as a raw material for various industrial applications, such as 1621 Pulp and Papermaking.

Family tree for rye

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0'>0: Agriculture, forestry and fishery products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01'>01: Products of agriculture, horticulture and market gardening</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/011'>011: Cereals</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0116'>0116: Rye</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0111'>0111: Wheat</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0112'>0112: Maize (corn)</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0113'>0113: Rice</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0114'>0114: Sorghum</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0115'>0115: Barley</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0117'>0117: Oats</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0118'>0118: Millet</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0119'>0119: Other cereals</a>"]

    D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01161'>01161: Rye, seed</a>"]
D --> N["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01162'>01162: Rye, other</a>"]


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