AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY AND FISHING

NACE v2.1 Code: A

About agriculture, forestry and fishing

NACE code A, 'Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing', encompasses a vital sector that forms the backbone of many economies worldwide. This industry is responsible for the production of essential food, fiber, and timber resources, playing a crucial role in supporting global food security and sustainable resource management. As a primary industry, it lays the foundation for numerous downstream economic activities across various C MANUFACTURING, G WHOLESALE AND RETAIL TRADE, and I ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD SERVICE ACTIVITIES sectors.

Production process

The production techniques used in the Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing industry vary widely depending on the specific sub-sector. Crop farming typically involves land preparation, sowing, cultivation, and harvesting using a combination of manual labor, machinery, and agricultural chemicals. Livestock production relies on breeding, feeding, and animal husbandry practices. Forestry operations involve the cultivation, management, and harvesting of timber resources, often utilizing specialized logging equipment. Fishing activities range from small-scale artisanal methods to large-scale commercial operations using advanced technologies for locating, catching, and processing aquatic species.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing industry include land, water, seeds or seedlings, fertilizers, pesticides, livestock, fishing equipment, and various types of machinery and tools. Additionally, this industry relies on a skilled workforce, from farmers and foresters to fishermen and technicians. Access to transportation infrastructure, such as roads, ports, and distribution networks, is also crucial for the efficient movement of raw materials and finished products.

Production outputs

The outputs of the Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing industry are diverse and far-reaching. The primary outputs include agricultural crops, livestock and dairy products, timber and wood products, and a wide variety of seafood and aquatic resources. These outputs serve as essential inputs for numerous other NACE industries, such as C MANUFACTURING, G WHOLESALE AND RETAIL TRADE, and I ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD SERVICE ACTIVITIES, supporting the production of a vast array of consumer and industrial goods.

Revisions to A

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code A. The most recent 2 versions of this code (A) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code A.

Family tree for agriculture, forestry and fishing

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A'>A: AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY AND FISHING</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01'>01: Crop and animal production, hunting and related service activities</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/02'>02: Forestry and logging</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/03'>03: Fishing and aquaculture</a>"]


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