Processing and preserving of fruit and vegetables

isic code 1030, 'Processing and preserving of fruit and vegetables', represents a vital industry within the broader food and beverage manufacturing sector. This industry is responsible for transforming raw agricultural produce into a wide range of shelf-stable, value-added products that are essential for global food supply chains. By applying various preservation techniques, companies operating under this code help ensure the year-round availability of fruits and vegetables, contributing to food security and supporting the nutritional needs of consumers worldwide.

The main production techniques used in the 1030 industry involve a combination of mechanical, thermal, and chemical processes. This includes washing, peeling, cutting, and sorting the raw produce, followed by methods such as canning, freezing, drying, or pickling to extend the shelf life of the items. Advanced technologies like high-pressure processing and aseptic packaging are also increasingly being adopted to maintain the quality and safety of the final products.

The 1030 industry relies on a steady supply of high-quality fruits and vegetables as its primary raw material inputs. In addition to the agricultural produce, this industry also requires specialized machinery and equipment for processing, packaging, and storage, as well as various food additives, preservatives, and packaging materials. Skilled labor, energy, and water resources are also essential inputs for the efficient operation of companies classified under 1030 Processing and preserving of fruit and vegetables.

The 1030 industry produces a diverse range of outputs, including canned, frozen, dried, and pickled fruits and vegetables, as well as fruit and vegetable juices, purees, and concentrates. These products are then consumed by a wide range of other industries, such as 1020 Manufacture of dairy products, 1040 Manufacture of vegetable and animal oils and fats, and 1101 Distilling, rectifying and blending of spirits, which use them as ingredients in their own manufacturing processes.