Plums and sloes
CPC v2.1 Code: 01346
About plums and sloes
cpc code 01346 covers the production of plums and sloes, which are small, dark-colored stone fruits that have a range of culinary and industrial applications. As a key component of the broader fruit and tree nut farming industry 01 Crop and animal production, hunting and related service activities, the plums and sloes sector plays an important role in the global food supply chain and contributes to the overall agricultural economy.
Production process
Plums and sloes are typically grown on specialized fruit farms or orchards. The production process involves planting and cultivating plum and sloe trees, which can take several years to reach full maturity. Growers must carefully manage the trees, including pruning, fertilizing, and protecting them from pests and diseases, to ensure a healthy and bountiful harvest. Harvesting is usually done by hand or with the aid of mechanical equipment, and the fruits are then sorted, cleaned, and prepared for distribution or further processing.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the plums and sloes industry include fertile agricultural land, plum and sloe tree seedlings or saplings, water for irrigation, fertilizers and pesticides to maintain the health of the trees, and labor for planting, tending, and harvesting the crops. Specialized farming equipment, such as pruning shears, harvesters, and sorting machinery, may also be necessary for efficient production.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the plums and sloes industry are the fresh fruits themselves, which can be sold directly to consumers or used as inputs for a variety of food and beverage products. These may include jams, preserves, juices, and alcoholic beverages like plum wine. The industry's outputs may also be consumed by other agricultural sectors, such as 10 Manufacture of food products and 11 Manufacture of beverages.
Family tree for plums and sloes
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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/v2-1/013'>013: Fruits and nuts</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0134'>0134: Pome fruits and stone fruits</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01346'>01346: Plums and sloes</a>"]
D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01341'>01341: Apples</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01342'>01342: Pears and quinces</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01343'>01343: Apricots</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01344'>01344: Cherries</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01345'>01345: Peaches and nectarines</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01349'>01349: Other pome fruits and stone fruits</a>"]
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