Support services to aquaculture

cpc code 86154 covers a range of support services that are essential to the aquaculture industry. Aquaculture, the farming of aquatic organisms such as fish, crustaceans, and mollusks, is a rapidly growing sector that plays a crucial role in global food production and the broader economy. The support services encompassed by this code are vital in enabling the efficient and sustainable operation of aquaculture facilities, ensuring the health and well-being of farmed species, and facilitating the delivery of aquaculture products to consumers.

The main production techniques involved in the support services covered by cpc code 86154 include water quality monitoring and management, disease prevention and treatment, feed formulation and distribution, and the maintenance and operation of aquaculture equipment and infrastructure. These services are typically provided by specialized technicians, veterinarians, and other professionals who work closely with aquaculture producers to optimize the production process and ensure the highest standards of animal welfare and product quality.

The key inputs required for the support services under cpc code 86154 include a range of specialized equipment and technologies, such as water testing kits, veterinary medications, feed formulation software, and aquaculture system maintenance tools. Additionally, these services rely on the expertise and knowledge of trained professionals, who must stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in aquaculture science and best practices.

The main outputs of the support services covered by cpc code 86154 are the healthy, well-managed aquaculture operations that produce a variety of seafood products. These outputs are then consumed by other industries, such as 46201 Wholesale of fruit and vegetables, 46202 Wholesale of meat and meat products, and 46203 Wholesale of dairy products, eggs and edible oils and fats, which distribute and sell the aquaculture products to consumers.