Groundnuts, seed for planting

cpc code 01421 covers the production and trade of groundnuts, also known as peanuts, that are specifically intended for use as planting seeds. Groundnuts are a crucial agricultural commodity, serving as an important source of protein, oil, and other nutrients for both human and animal consumption. The groundnut seed industry plays a vital role in the global food supply chain, supporting the cultivation of this versatile legume crop across many regions.

Groundnut seed production involves several key steps. Farmers begin by selecting high-quality, disease-resistant groundnut varieties and preparing the soil for planting. The seeds are then sown, often in rows, and the crop is carefully tended throughout the growing season, with activities such as weeding, irrigation, and pest management. At harvest, the groundnut plants are dug up, and the pods are dried and processed to extract the seeds, which are then graded, treated, and packaged for distribution as planting material.

The groundnut seed industry requires several key inputs, including high-quality groundnut cultivars, fertile soil, water for irrigation, and agricultural machinery for planting, harvesting, and processing. Farmers may also utilize fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs to optimize crop yields and quality. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to carry out the various production and processing tasks.

The primary output of the groundnut seed industry is, of course, the groundnut seeds themselves, which are then used by farmers to cultivate groundnut crops for food, oil, and other purposes. These groundnut crops may be classified under various other cpc codes, such as 12111 Groundnuts, in shell and 12112 Groundnuts, shelled.